Quebec House - Meet Mrs Wadham
Quebec Square, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1TD
When a branch of the London Foundling Hospital was established in Westerham in July 1760, Mrs Ann Wadham was tasked as its matron. Her role was to manage the branch, overseeing everything from the arrival of the children to the hiring of the staff. Come along and meet 'Mrs Wadham' as she shares a fascinating insight into how children in the hospital were looked after and what happened when they were poorly.
Timings
- Saturday 12 September:
- 1130-1530
- Sunday 13 September:
- 1130-1530
- Sunday 20 September:
- 1130-1530
Location & directions
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.
- Contact on day:
- Quebec House
- Telephone number:
- +441959567430
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The main entrance to the property is along a gravel path. There are some steps on the ground floor of the house and in the garden. There is a handrail on the stairs to the first floor of the house. Part of the exhibition in the Coach House is upstairs.
