The holly and the ivy, kissing boughs, fire and candlelight, the yule log, wassailing and banqueting tables groaning with delicacies will all be examined as we glimpse into Christmas Past in the Elizabethan room. This talk will be sign interpreted. Saturday 8 December, 10.30 and repeated at 11.30am. Find your Festive Spirit Following the success of last year s event, the Christmas Past exhibition will again stay open to the public into the early evening, giving visitors a unique opportunity to experience the magical atmosphere of Christmas through the ages by candlelight. Informal entertainment will be provided by a '17th century lady' preparing for Christmas and a special craft workshop for children aged 6 and over will be run from 6.15-7.15pm.
Visitors can enjoy the restaurant's delicious seasonal fare and find unusual gifts in the shop.
A special evening suitable for adults and children. Thursday 13 December, 5.00 - 8.00pm. Acclaimed vocal group Bocca Aperta return to the Geffrye for their annual recital of a cappella Christmas music in the candlelit library. Tuesday 18 December. Tickets 12.00 in advance includes a glass of mulled wine.