This summer, from 25th July to 31st August, the picturesque village of Buckler’s Hard on the banks of the Beaulieu River comes alive, as Living History characters take on the roles of residents who lived and worked there during the 18th century.
Follow the costumed characters on tours of the village and discover what life was like in the village during its shipbuilding heyday. Explore the preserved Labourer’s and Shipwright’s cottages, while in the New Inn, listen to residents from the time gossiping about local matters.
In the Maritime Museum, learn about the ships that were built at Buckler’s Hard for Nelson’s navy. Take a stroll along the Woodland Walk and don’t miss the River Cruise, for a chance to see the wildlife along the banks of the Beaulieu River.
We have five family tickets to Buckler’s Hard to be won. Each family ticket gives admission for two adults and up to three children, or one adult and up to four children. For more information, visit www.bucklershard.co.uk.
For you chance to win, simply send you answer to the following question:
Q. Who was the Master Shipbuilder who lived and worked at Buckler’s Hard?
By post: Send your entry on the back of a postcard along with your name, address, e-mail and contact number to Buckler’s Hard Competition, Daily Echo, Fleet House, Hampshire Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9XD before the closing date of 10th August 2015.
By phone: Simply call 09011510220 and leave your answer and details when prompted.
By text: Send your text to 80360 starting with BEBUCKLERS leave a space, followed by your answer, name and contact details.
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