Rose Le Brun the Bouonnefemme

Monday and Friday 10am to 4pm

Rose was born in the parish of St Lawrence in 1606. She has lived in the area her entire life and knows its stories. As the Bouonnefemme, she is not just a housekeeper, she is a vital part of the community and she knows all the local secrets and village gossip. Her sharp eye and eager ear make her the perfect source of all the news that circulates through the parish.

Rose is more than happy to share with you her wealth of knowledge about the history of the place. Whether it’s the rural traditions, medicines or the food, Rose’s stories offer a unique perspective on the day-to-day realities of life in the 1600s.
She’ll tell you about the everyday realities of running the house, share the local gossip and recount the mysteries of the past, bringing to life the history of Hamptonne.

Rose is not just a housekeeper; she is a keeper of the stories that have shaped the Island's past and its people.

If meeting the Bouonnefemme is going to be the highlight of your trip to Hamptonne Country Life Museum, please call +44 (0) 1534 863 955 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.