THE Regimental Museum of The Royal Welsh is celebrating another bumper year of young visitors taking part in educational visits.
Last year the museum opened its doors to hundreds of pupils from 70 schools and already this year, according to the museum’s education officer Janet Holcroft, it looks like it could be on course to welcome even greater numbers.
The museum tells the fascinating story of four of the British army’s most famous regiments dating back to the 1680s, through many artefacts including uniforms, medals, weapons and models.
In amongst all the exhibits, the children who visit also get a uniquely interractive view of what life was like in wartime Britain, including hiding in an Anderson shelter like children their age did during the Second World War.
“Last year’s numbers were unprecedented, with over 2,000 pupils from nearly 70 schools visiting us,” said a delighted Ms Holcroft. “This year September and October are already very busy and we’re even getting bookings for dates in November. The quality of what we offer is key. Children love the dressing up and handling authentic objects, but the replica Anderson Shelter is the highlight of a visit.”
The museum’s curator, Richard Davies, added: “We have plans to encourage more schools to visit as we’re producing publicity leaflets aimed at primary and secondary school teachers, and we’ll be developing a new website telling people about what we offer schools. I’d encourage any classes that want to visit to book early.”
Anyone keen to arrange a visit should contact Janet or Richard by calling 01874 613310 or emailing [email protected]. Alternatively they can visit www.royalwelsh.org.uk or go to the Regimental Museum of The Royal Welsh Facebook page www.facebook.com/royal.welsh.museum/.