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Free Open Day

The Weaver's House

01 April 2023 to 12 August 2023 (10:00 - 16:00)

Description

Experience how John Croke, a Coventry narrow-loom weaver and his family would have lived and worked in the 1540s. The restored historic building includes a full-size replica of a medieval loom in the upstairs ‘solar’ room. Explore the working medieval garden showing the plants that would have been grown for food, flavouring, medicine and household use. Enjoy talks on the daily life of a weaver in bygone days, medieval times, and the history of the building. You may also see demonstrations including weaving and spinning during your visit. Tea, coffee and homemade cakes are served on Open Days. Please note the solar room containing the loom is accessed by ladder.

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Venue: The Weaver's House

In Spon Street, one of the most historic streets in Coventry, a terrace of six cottages built in 1455 has been brought back to life. One of the cottages has been restored to show how it would have looked in 1540. This shows how John Croke, a Coventry narrow-loom weaver and his family would have lived and worked. You can also see a replica of the loom that he would have used. At the back of the Weaver’s House is a medieval garden showing the plants that would have been grown for food, flavouring, medicine and household use.

Email: info@theweavershouse.org

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Access Facilities

  • accessible toilet
  • family friendly venue
  • age friendly
  • assistance-dogs-welcome

Audiences

  • older-people
  • couples
Free Open Day