Wakefield Museums and Castles

In the 1700s, there were a lot of recipes around for some rather strange sounding sweet treats. They included things like flummery, syllabub and quaking pudding!

But, how do we know? Well much of the evidence comes to us in the form of written recipes.

In this home education workshop for children aged 7+ we will:

• explore recipes collected by Elizabeth Moxon, a resident of Georgian Pontefract. She was the first woman from West Yorkshire known to have published a cookery book!

• consider where ingredients came from and at what cost

• have a go at mixing one of Elizabeth's recipes to take home!  

Allergy notice:

In this workshop participants will come into contact with different foods which may include/contain nuts, dairy, eggs and/or gluten. Please contact us before booking to discuss if anyone in your group has any food allergies, intolerances or restrictions.

If you would like more information about this workshop, please email museumslearning@wakefield.gov.uk

This session is delivered in partnership with the Community and Family Learning Team at Wakefield Council’s Adult Education Service. 

Part of our Home Education workshops programme at Wakefield Museum and Pontefract Castle.

Workshop times:

• Tuesday 21 October, 10:30am to 12pm (sold out)

• Tuesday 21 October, 1:30pm to 3pm (sold out)

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Call 01924 302700 and leave a message. We will respond as soon as possible. (Please note this number is only monitored during office hours, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm)

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, we will have your details at the door.

Refund policy

No refunds will be offered on this event.