EVENT
History Wardrobe presents – A VERY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS
The Word, National Centre for the Written Word · South ShieldsSat 12 December 202613:00-15:00
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Courtesy of The Word, National Centre for the Written Word
DATES
Sat 12 December 2026
TIMES
13:00-15:00
PRICE
from £9.38
A costumed talk on Victorian Christmas traditions and fashion at The Word in South Shields.
History Wardrobe brings its costumed presentation to The Word for an afternoon exploring how the Victorians shaped the Christmas we know today, from festive fashion to the traditions and trimmings that have carried on into modern celebrations. Expect a lively, visual talk using historic costume to bring the period to life, with booking required as tickets are limited. It runs for two hours on the afternoon of 12 December 2026, making it a good fit for anyone with an interest in history, costume or Christmas traditions.
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