A Seaside Adventure Through Time

Year 2 Discover the Magic of the Past at Time and Tide Museum

This week Year 2 enjoyed an exciting and educational visit to the Time and Tide Museum, where they explored life at the seaside in both the 1960s and the Victorian era.

As part of their learning, the children discovered the history of the famous Mods and Rockers rivalry and worked collaboratively to consider how the dispute could be resolved. Dressed in clothing from the period, they took part in a fun dance competition which ended in a draw, bringing the feud to a friendly conclusion.

The children were also treated to an authentic magician and a traditional Punch and Judy performance, a form of entertainment that has delighted seaside visitors for more than 360 years. During their Victorian experience, they met a character from the 1860s who shared fascinating insights into seaside life of the time. The children learnt about bathing machines, the popular Penny Lick ice cream, and even had the opportunity to try on Victorian swimming costumes, discovering how much styles have changed over the years.

The visit provided a fantastic opportunity to bring their History learning to life, and the children thoroughly enjoyed immersing themselves in different periods of the past.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the team at the Time and Tide Museum for delivering such an engaging and memorable experience. Each child has also brought home a complimentary family admission voucher, allowing them to return and explore even more of the museum’s exhibits.