Step back in time with vintage dress-up, family crafts and wartime history at Crewe Heritage Centre from Saturday 23 August to Monday 25 August.

Crewe Heritage Centre, Vernon Way, invites visitors of all ages to travel back to the 1940s this August Bank Holiday weekend, with three days of wartime activity.

The days are themed around life in Crewe to complement the museum's Crewe at War exhibition, offering a powerful look at how Crewe's people and industry were shaped by the conflict. 

On Saturday 23 August, Crewe Heritage Centre is encouraging visitors to embrace the 1940s and come dressed in clothing from the era to enjoy a full day of themed entertainment (Ryan Parker).

On Saturday, Crewe Heritage Centre is encouraging visitors to embrace the 1940s and come dressed in clothing from the era to enjoy a full day of themed entertainment.

Live music will be performed throughout the day by The Lady Sings Vintage, bringing the sounds of the era to life with four uplifting sets of wartime classics.

Visitors can complete their vintage look with professional 1940s hairstyling, provided on-site by hair artist Bethany Jane Davis. Dressing up is optional but strongly encouraged to help bring the spirit of the decade to life for all visitors. 

Visitors can also take part in a creative craft workshop, where families can get involved making wartime-inspired crafts in a relaxed, hands-on environment.  

The wartime theme continues across Sunday and Monday with a focus on life on the Home Front.

From 10:30am to 3pm on both days, artist Francesca Chinnery will host drop-in Victory Gardens workshop, inspired by the 'Dig for Victory' campaign.

Crewe Heritage Centre's Crewe at War exhibition. The wartime theme continues across Sunday and Monday with a focus on life on the Home Front (Ryan Parker).

Visitors will learn how families in wartime Crewe grew their own food to support the war effort.

Participants can decorate a plant pot and plant herbs such as thyme, mint, sage, or chives to take home.

The workshop also includes the chance to explore original 'Dig for Victory' posters and authentic wartime recipes. Take your herbs home, grow them and create a wartime recipe! 

Crewe Heritage Centre chair, Gordon Heddon, told Nub News: "We have had a great summer and are looking forward to a fun-filled bank holiday weekend exploring Crewe's contribution to the national war effort in the 1940s.

"This is an opportunity to find out what life was like and highlight some of the sacrifices the people of Crewe made during the conflict.

"Visitors will also be able to experience our regular offer and find out more about the work of our charity to preserve Crewe's heritage.'' 

Crewe Heritage Centre's permanent attractions will be open as usual this August bank holiday, including the café and shop (Crewe Heritage Centre).

Alongside the special weekend programme, Crewe Heritage Centre's permanent attractions will be open as usual, including the café and shop.

Visitors can explore detailed model railways, climb into restored locomotives, experience the heritage of signalling, enjoy miniature railway rides, and engage with interactive exhibits designed to inspire curious minds of all ages.

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