The Poorest He: The Putney Debates
A dramatization of events in 1647 which led to the foundation of democracy
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'All People One: The Levellers'
In 1647 a movement known as ‘Levellers’ campaigned for the first time in British history for all men to have the right to vote. This new exhibit explores their story.
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Half Term Activities!
Join us during half-term to take part in a new family trail at the Museum, or try out block printing!
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Learning Programme
We offer curriculum-linked workshops for primary and secondary schools. Click below to find out more and book an in person or virtual session for your class.
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Museum Guide Book
Enhance your visit with our of our lavishly illustrated guidebooks, which explain Cromwell's story.
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Welcome to the Cromwell Museum
Exploring the life and times of the 17th
century soldier and statesman Oliver Cromwell 'Warts and All'.
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Cromwell and the Cathedral
13 cathedrals were badly damaged by Parliamentary forces in the English Civil War. 'Of these only one - Peterborough Cathedral - was damaged by forces commanded by Cromwell.
Did Cromwell Ban Christmas?
In a word no, Puritan MPs in Parliament did in 1647. We don't know Cromwell's views on Christmas.
Did you know...
Oliver Cromwell was the first person in England recorded as having eaten Pineapple. We don't know what he thought of it though!
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