Quebec House: The Tale of Laundry Basket Lucy
Quebec House, Quebec Square, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1TD
In February 1851, a baby girl was discovered in a laundry basket in a London square. Hear from her great-granddaughter as she shares what happened next, Lucy's life in the care of the Foundling Hospital and beyond. This talk is part of Quebec House's Heritage Open Day programme, 'Our Place, Your Past'.
Timings
- Saturday 19 September:
- Talk: 1400
Location & directions
Quebec House, Quebec Square, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1TD
- Directions:
- The closest parking is in the main town (Darent) car park (not National Trust, Pay & Display), located 80 yrds from Quebec House; footpath to house. No parking for motor homes. Quebec House is a short walk from bus stops that connect to Sevenoaks, Oxted, Edenbridge, Biggin Hill and Bromley. Visit the website for more details.
- Contact on day:
- Quebec House
- Telephone number:
- +441959567430
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Visit our website to book your place.
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/quebec-house/events
- Booking opens:
- 01 Jul 2026 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 18 Sep 2026 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
The talk will take place upstairs in the Coach House. The main entrance to the property is along a gravel path. There is a flight of stairs up to the room where the talk with take place.
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 15
- Estimated duration:
- 45 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
