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Step back into Coventry’s gory medical past in this fun, fast-paced talk. Understand the barber-surgeons who cut hair, pulled teeth, and hacked off limbs - all before lunch! Discover why leeches were life-saving, how frogs, mice, and even urine were used as “miracle cures,” and why a trip to the barber could leave you bandaged as well as bald.Packed with gruesome facts, and silly stories, this 45-minute talk uncovers the strange, shocking, and downright disgusting world of medieval medicine. From bloodletting to bizarre remedies, you’ll laugh, wince, and (maybe) feel a little queasy as we explore the creepy cures of Coventry’s history.
Perfect for families, history fans, and anyone who loves their learning with a dash of dark humour!
🕯 Expect: Dark history, shocking stories, and more than a whiff of the past.
Drop In | £8 Per Person* | Pay On the Day
*Herbert Admission fee is also required
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Jordan Well, Coventry, CV1 5QP, United Kingdom
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