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Children’s Event: Waterford’s Weird and Wicked Past

Through storytelling and interactive interpretation, children will learn about medieval medicine, crime and punishment, hygiene, food and other fascinating aspects of everyday life.

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Dates
Mon 24 Aug 2026 – Sun 30 Aug 2026
Where
Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum, Cathedral Square, The Viking Triangle, Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum, Waterford (Indoors)Directions
Weather
Scattered cloud · 21°C
Cost
From €4
Ages
Suitable for families; no specific age range is stated
Phone
+35351849501
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What to expect

Through storytelling and interactive interpretation, children will learn about medieval medicine, crime and punishment, hygiene, food and other fascinating aspects of everyday life.

The tours provide a fun and educational activity for families during the Halloween midterm break.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

€4.00 per child. Adults join free of charge.

Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.

More information

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Fáilte Ireland Events

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Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum, Cathedral Square, The Viking Triangle, Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum, Waterford

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