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    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2025 21:03:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Summer of Creativity at Kelmscott Manor with Poet Robert Seatter and Artist Jessica Palme</title>
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      <description>Award-winning poet Robert Seater and acclaimed visual artist Jessica Palmer will bring the fascinating stories and compelling atmosphere of Kelmscot Manor to life as part of the Manor’s programme of learning and public engagement alongside an inspirational new exhibition on ‘William Morris and the Book’ (5 June – 25 October).</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Award-winning poet Robert Seater and acclaimed visual artist Jessica Palmer will bring the fascinating stories and compelling atmosphere of Kelmscot Manor to life as part of the Manor&rsquo;s programme of learning and public engagement alongside an inspirational new exhibition on &lsquo;William Morris and the Book&rsquo; (5 June &ndash; 25 October).</p>

<p>In mid-June, Jessica will create a large 3-D model of the Manor out of recycled materials, enabling visitors &ndash; and especially families and children &ndash; to experience the house writing poems, stories and love leters to the house and its objects and posting these through its cardboard doors and windows.</p>

<p>Inside the Manor, visitors will be led on a special audio trail of 10 short poems by Robert Seater directly inspired by spaces and objects in the house. These will range from William Morris&rsquo;s famous Strawberry Thief wallpaper to Rosseti&rsquo;s beguiling portrait of Jane Morris, Mrs William Morris Wearing a Blue Silk Dress, and the hand-crafted&nbsp;furnishings that fill the rooms. Visitors will discover too Jessica Palmer&rsquo;s new papercut, an homage to May Morris&rsquo;s embroidered cot cover, The Homestead and the Forest, poignantly made for the child she never had.</p>

<p>A wider collection of poems will be published in The House of Words, (poems by Robert Seater and illustrations by Jessica Palmer) exploring Kelmscot Manor in its many different guises, as a house of expectation and creativity, as well as a house of love and desire. The book also asks the universal question of what houses mean to all of us and reflects on Morris&rsquo;s significance for us now. Published in a limited hand-printed edition by Paekakariki Press, The House of Words will be launched on 13 June as part of the special exhibition at Kelmscot Manor, in conjunction with the unveiling of Jessicas 3-D model on the 14 June.</p>

<p>For visitors who would like to explore their own creative talents, there&rsquo;s an opportunity to atend two master classes. &lsquo;Writing Kelmscot &ndash; creating your own house of words&rsquo; with Robert Seater, Tuesday 24 June, will be a stimulating workshop of writing activities and storytelling. The second workshop, &lsquo;Creative Kelmscot &ndash; making papercut designs inspired by William Morris&rsquo;s art and garden&rsquo; with Jessica Palmer, Tuesday 1 July, will offer a hands-on workshop in paper cutting and design. More information on both workshops and how to book can be found on kelmscotmanor.org.uk.</p>

<p>The summer of creativity will round off with a Community Poem for Kelmscot Manor, inspired by visitors&rsquo; comments and visuals, and curated jointly by Robert and Jessica, to be unveiled on Saturday 4 October 2025, following National Poetry Day.</p>

<p>Robert Seater said: <em>I have always loved Kelmscott Manor, and it has been a joy working here as its first ever poet in residence. Inspired by its spirit of making, I can&rsquo;t wait to bring its unique atmosphere to life for visitors this summer and help them explore in words what the house means to them.</em></p>

<p>Jessica Palmer said: <em>It is the quiet domestic sense of the presence of Morris and his daughter May living at Kelmscott that moves me. The feeling of how the house and garden stimulated beauty and comfort. I am delighted to be Kelmscott&rsquo;s Visiting Artist this summer and help deliver some sparks for creativity to visitors.</em></p>]]></content:encoded>
      <author>marketing@visitheritage.co.uk (Visit Heritage)</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Top 10 Reasons to Explore the UK's Historical Sites with Your Kids</title>
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      <description>Looking for a fun and educational way to spend time with your little explorers? The UK is packed with incredible historical and heritage sites that make learning exciting. Castles, ancient ruins, and fascinating museums bring history to life in ways no classroom can. Here are ten awesome reasons to take your kids on a historical adventure!</description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a fun and educational way to spend time with your little explorers? The UK is packed with incredible historical and heritage sites that make learning exciting. Castles, ancient ruins, and fascinating museums bring history to life in ways no classroom can. Here are ten awesome reasons to take your kids on a historical adventure!</p>

<p><strong>1. Step Back in Time &ndash; Like a Real-Life Time Machine!</strong></p>

<p>Reading about knights, kings, and battles is cool, but actually walking through a medieval castle? That&rsquo;s next-level awesome! Imagine storming the gates of Warwick Castle or climbing the towers of the Tower of London&mdash;history doesn&rsquo;t get more real than that.</p>

<p><strong>2. Learning Without the Boredom</strong></p>

<p>Who says learning has to be dull? Many heritage sites have interactive exhibits, fun treasure hunts, and even costumed actors to keep kids entertained. Ever wanted to see a Roman soldier in action? Head to places like Hadrian&rsquo;s Wall, where history leaps off the page!</p>

<p><strong>3. Unleash Their Inner Storyteller</strong></p>

<p>Give your child a castle or ancient ruins, and watch their imagination take off! Whether they&rsquo;re pretending to be a gallant knight or a daring explorer, historical places spark creativity in ways screens never could.</p>

<p><strong>4. School Lessons Come to Life</strong></p>

<p>History lessons become way more interesting when your kids can actually see, touch, and experience the places they&rsquo;re learning about. Whether it&rsquo;s the World War bunkers in Dover or the Roman Baths in Bath, suddenly, history makes sense!</p>

<p><strong>5. Outdoor Adventures with a Historical Twist</strong></p>

<p>Forget stuffy museums&mdash;many historical sites are set in stunning landscapes. Whether it&rsquo;s hiking along Hadrian&rsquo;s Wall, exploring the cliffs near Tintagel Castle, or running across the vast grounds of Blenheim Palace, these trips get kids moving while they learn.</p>

<p><strong>6. A Crash Course in Different Cultures</strong></p>

<p>From the Romans to the Vikings to the Tudors, the UK&rsquo;s history is a melting pot of cultures. Visiting these places gives kids a better understanding of how people lived, what they wore, and even what they ate centuries ago. (Did you know the Tudors had a thing for sugar and ate swan pies? Yikes!)</p>

<p><strong>7. Making Family Memories You&rsquo;ll Never Forget</strong></p>

<p>Sure, theme parks are fun, but nothing beats standing on the same battlefield where knights once fought or exploring ancient castles together. These trips create incredible moments you&rsquo;ll all remember forever (plus, they make for epic family photos!).</p>

<p><strong>8. Encourages Kids to Ask &ldquo;Why?&rdquo;</strong></p>

<p>Kids are naturally curious, and historical sites are full of mysteries waiting to be solved. Why did people build castles on hills? How did knights fight in heavy armor? Visiting these places encourages critical thinking and helps kids see history as a giant puzzle waiting to be pieced together.</p>

<p><strong>9. Helping to Preserve the Past</strong></p>

<p>By visiting historical landmarks, you&rsquo;re not just having fun&mdash;you&rsquo;re also helping to keep history alive! Entrance fees and donations go toward preserving these sites so future generations can enjoy them, too. (And let&rsquo;s be real, who wouldn&rsquo;t want their great-great-grandkids to explore a real castle one day?)</p>

<p><strong>10. Inspiring a Lifelong Love of Travel &amp; Learning</strong></p>

<p>Once kids catch the history bug, they&rsquo;ll never stop exploring! A visit to one heritage site often leads to a fascination with more. Before you know it, they&rsquo;ll be begging for trips to see Stonehenge, Edinburgh Castle, or the underground war rooms of Winston Churchill.</p>

<p><strong>Final Thoughts: History is an Adventure!</strong></p>

<p>Taking kids to historical sites isn&rsquo;t just educational&mdash;it&rsquo;s fun, eye-opening, and a fantastic way to spend time together. So pack a picnic, grab your little historians, and set off on a journey through time. Who knows what incredible stories you&rsquo;ll uncover along the way?</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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