The Brampton Museum

Another afternoon spent at Brampton Museum. A sunny day, cuppa tea on the veranda, an entertaining and informative talk, helpful staff and volunteers taking care of elderly father's requirements. What more could you ask for?

Audio described tour for visually impaired Having participated previously in a similar event albeit different artworks it was useful to have some sense of the location, gallery and format of the session. The gallery staff and volunteer guides are sensitive to accessibility needs regarding vision/ mobility around the venue and gallery, not intrusive , which makes a comfortable environment. The team are sensible to pick only several artworks to study/ describe/explain objectively. They are knowledgeable about painting and printmaking techniques from personal experience which added to the richness of works described; these varied. Some lengthy discussion evolved around one painting in particular as to any underlying meaning in addition to its literal image. The act of describing seemed to make the group, sighted or not, think or ‘look’ in a more substantive way. Very enjoyable and stimulating morning I think, for all parties. Thank you.

We went to a very entertaining talk by reminiscence expert Kath Reynolds. She went through some of the convenience foods that have featured in our ​diet at one time or another. From fish fingers to Angel Delight, Camp coffee to Chianti in a ​basket, spam to ​salmon paste - all the things we have loved (or hated) over the years.