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

Explore medieval medicine, crime, and everyday life through interactive storytelling and tours during the Halloween break.

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Dates
Sat 24 Oct 2026 – Fri 30 Oct 2026 · 11:00
Where
Waterford Treasures: Medieval Museum, Cathedral Square, The Viking Triangle, Waterford (Indoors)Directions
Cost
From €4
Phone
+35351849501
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Best for ages 6-12Time: 1-2 hoursIndoors
  • Pram-friendly
  • Baby changing (likely)
  • Step-free access
  • Café on site (likely)
  • Toilets

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Join our Weird and Wicked tour of the Medieval Museum!

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.

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

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Official information
Official website
Time to allow
1-2 hours
Listed by
Fáilte Ireland Events

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