The Scientist of Sherwood
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, Sherwood Library, Greggs Wood Road, The Amelia Scott, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 3JG
Learn about the interesting life of Sir Charles William Siemens who lived in Sherwood House and Estate in Tunbridge Wells, from 1874 until his death in 1883.
Siemens was an inventor and scientist who loved learning about electricity and he used Sherwood Estate to try out lots of experiments and new scientific ideas.
Discover how his work shaped the estate and uncover more about the lives of the many staff he employed to look after the house and people who lived there, including eight gardeners who cared for the grounds and estate.
• See historic photographs and images
• Join in craft activities and a quiz
• Talk to people from local community groups
• Find out more about activities you could get involved in.
With support from Kent High Weald Partnership, Sherwood Library, Sherwood Men’s Sheds, and TWBC Health & Wellbeing team.
Timings
- Saturday 12 September:
- 10am - 2pm
Location & directions
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, Sherwood Library, Greggs Wood Road, The Amelia Scott, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 3JG
- Contact on day:
- Library staff
- Telephone number:
- +443000413131
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
Car park adjoining the Community Centre
