East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Adult Learning and Archives Services are linking up to bring local people a free taster course called Life in the First World War Trenches.
Hosted at the Treasure House, the new course is designed for people to get a taste of what their local archives service can offer, as well as getting an informal, yet informative, introduction to life in the trenches during the First World War for those with little or no prior knowledge of the subject.
Lasting five-hours the course will look at certain aspects of life in the trenches, as experienced by British troops during the First World War (1914-18).
Learners will be able to find out about the trench systems, from origins to construction and layout, as well as explore the trench routine encountered by the soldiers and discover what real life was like in the trenches, from disease and vermin to food and drink.
This is a free taster course to introduce potential learners to a range of adult learning history courses available. By the end of the course, learners will have a greater awareness of specific aspects of life in the trenches for British troops. Learners will also get a free tour of the council’s archive facility.
David Borrill (BA Hons, MSc M. Phil.) will lead the cvourse. A history graduate he has an extensive experience of teaching in the life-long learning sector. He has taught courses on First World Army Records at various colleges in the region.
The course will run on Saturday, 9 May, 10am-3pm.
Places are strictly limited and registration is essential. Refreshments are provided, but learners will need to bring their own lunch.
To book your place or to find out more, call (01482) 887670.
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