News and Views
Discover stories from our collections, work, research, and events. Warning: may contain absolute units.
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- October 31, 2020
Superstitious in the countryside: ten British farming superstitions
Bedknobs and broomsticks, eels and bees. Discover rural superstitions evidenced in The Museum of English Rural Life collection and archive.
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- Joe
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Published Date
- October 26, 2020
Discovering The Lost Museum
Discover The Lost Museum, a remarkable community project by Reading’s Dee Park remembering and sharing stories of people and place.
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- Ollie Douglas
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Published Date
- October 20, 2020
Playtime during the pandemic
In this blog, The MERL Curator reflects on childhood, outdoor access, play and the opportunities of the countryside during COVID-19.
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- Alison Hilton
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Published Date
- October 12, 2020
The MERL receives Culture Recovery Fund grant
The MERL has rececived a brand new award of funding from the UK Government, helping us sustain our work and create new opportunities for you to enjoy.
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- Joe
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- August 24, 2020
Hidden Nature: The MERL’s Lockdown Garden
During our closure, The MERL garden was left to its own devices. Join us as we revisit our lockdown garden through photography and reflections.
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- Ollie Douglas
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Published Date
- August 18, 2020
Breaking the Colour Bar: Amelia King and the Women’s Land Army
Discover the story of Amelia King, a Black British Land Girl. Learn about Amelia King’s life and the issues of rural racism.
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- Ollie Douglas
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Published Date
- August 18, 2020
Object-handling at home – Women’s Land Army shoes
Inspired by the shoes and boots issued to the Women’s Land Army during WW II, try object handling your own shoes at home.
