The Northern Edition
PROGRAMME
The Joy of Fake Victorian Advertising
With Doctor Geof
Join Doctor Geof on a journey back in time as he introduces you to the persuasive techniques the Victorians used in their advertising and marketing.
Marvel at how similar techniques are still used today and take some time to create your own Victorian advert to take home.
"The Test" -
Escape Room
With Liz Cable, Stella Wisdom &
Marion Tessier
You have been chosen! You serve the Empire and the "Empire Needs You!"
Take part in this confidential mission with a secret aim.
As a new recruit, all you know is where and when your team of fellow officers needs to report in - the rest is “need to know” (on the day).
This is a table-top Escape-Room style game; where you will play four mini games with puzzles, codes and ciphers.
You can play as an individual or as a team of up to 5 people.
We may add recruits to your team to make up the numbers - a great way to meet new people.
If you're interested in taking "The Test", please sign up in advance
Tea Duelling
As one of the two inventors of tea-duelling resides in Leeds, we would be remiss in not including it in our schedule.
Steep yourself in the history of this Steampunk sport and test your mettle in a game of skill and wits.
A Malted Milk biscuit stands between you, your opponent, a mug of tea and victory!
Looking Back to the Future:
Steampunk in the Contemporary Blockbuster
With Dr. Robbie McAllister
Dr Robbie McAllister discusses his research into the twenty-first-century film industry and its spectacular, if sometimes controversial, use of the Steampunk aesthetic.
Make Your Own Comic Strip
With Colin Mathieson
Comic strips and political cartoons have been a staple of newspapers and advertising campaigns since the medium was invented.
Join Colin as he imparts some tips and tricks from his experience as an illustrator, to help you incorporate satire, sarcasm and wit into your own creative comic strip.
Victorian Unmentionables
With Tish Toglet
Venture down the rabbit hole with Tish Toglet as she introduces you to the secretive side of being a woman in the Victorian era.
Tish uncovers the unmentionable truth behind everything – from pantaloons to toilet paper.
Treasure Hunt
Explore the museum while you search for clues to complete our Treasure Hunt.
Make sure to pick up a copy of the Cogsmouth Chronicle to find your
first clue.
Once complete, come along and collect your badge from the Badge Station on the ground floor.
Miniature teapot racing
A slight mishap with a shrink ray means we now have miniature teapot racing.
Luckily, all the vehicles affected are still able to operate efficiently.
So, visit the Annex, pick your pot and watch to see who wins a prize.
Raffle
Buy a raffle ticket to help raise money for this year’s charity, Trust Leeds.
Join us at the end of each day for our draw and you could be in with a chance to win a year’s supply of Yorkshire Tea, along with other fantastic prizes!
Meet the Curator
With Kitty Ross
Feel free to come along and engage in conversation with the curator of the Abbey House Museum.
Discover the untold stories behind some of the museum’s most compelling, potentially controversial, items on and not on display.
Evening Events
An Evening with the
Gin Lady
A Gin-credible Story 18:00 - 19:30
Enjoy a traditional gin cocktail before taking a step back in time and taking a tour through the History of Gin.
Your ticket includes: a flight of 5 gins and tonics to taste, and a "Frost Fair" snack or two.
An Evening with the Spirits 20:30 - 22:00
Delight in a naughty cocktail before delving into the Dark History of Gin and how we survived the Gin Craze.
Your ticket includes: a flight of 5 fruity or quirky gins and tonics to taste along with something cheesy (and edible).
Tickets: £20 per person per session
Gotts Mansion, Gotts Park Golf Club, Armley Ridge Road, Leeds, LS12 2QX
NB: Gotts Park Golf Club is a 7 - 9 minute drive from the Abbey House Museum
Pub Quiz 19:00 - 22:00
Join us on Friday 22nd November from 19:00 for a buffet and a specially-themed pub quiz which starts at 20:00.
Pit your smarts against our quintessential Quiz Master, Robert Nel, for your chance to win a prize.
Tickets: £20 per person
Kirkstall Bridge Inn, 12 Bridge Road, Kirkstall, Leeds, LS5 3BW
NB: The pub is a 5 mins drive or a 16 mins walk from the Abbey House Museum
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know at info@cogsmouth.co.uk
Timetable
Friday | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
Dinner & Pub Quiz | 19:00 - 22:00 | Kirkstall Bridge Inn |
Saturday | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
Opening Time | 11:00 | Abbey House Museum |
The Joy of Fake Victorian Advertising with Doctor Geof | 11:30 - 12:15 | Workshops & Talks |
"The Test" - Escape Room Game | 12:45 - 14:45 | Workshops & Talks |
Tea Duelling | 14:00 - 14:45 | Kirkstall Abbey Café |
Victorian Unmentionables with Tish Toglet | 15:00 - 15:30 | Workshops & Talks |
Miniature Teapot Racing | 15:45 - 16:15 | The Annex |
Raffle | 16:30 - 17:00 | Workshops & Talks |
An evening with the Gin Lady | 18:00 - 22:00 | Gotts Park Golf Club |
Treasure Hunt | All day | Abbey House Museum |
Games | All day | Abbey House Museum |
Sunday | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
Opening Time | 10:00 | Abbey House Museum |
"The Test" - Escape Room Game | 10:45 - 12:45 | Workshops & Talks |
Make Your Own Comic Strip with Colin Mathieson | 13:00 - 13:45 | Workshops & Talks |
Looking Back to the Future: Steampunk in the Contemporary Blockbuster with Dr Robbie McAllister | 14:00 - 14:30 | Workshops & Talks |
Miniature Teapot Racing | 14:45 - 15:15 | The Annex |
Tea Duelling | 15:00 - 15:45 | Kirkstall Abbey Café |
Meet The Curator with Kitty Ross | 15:30 - 16:00 | Workshops & Talks |
Raffle | 16:15 - 16:45 | Workshops & Talks |
Games | All day | Abbey House Museum |
Treasure Hunt | All day | Abbey House Museum |