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Laurens Hamptonne

Take a step back in time to find out first-hand about Laurens Hamptonne's extraordinary life

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  • 2 May 2023 - 19 September 2023
  • Hamptonne Country Life Museum

Laurens Hamptonne had an illustrious career. In 1621, when he was just 21 years old, he was appointed Viscount of Jersey. After the English Civil War he was awarded special privileges by King Charles II, before becoming a Jurat in 1651. Take a step back in time and meet Laurens Hamptonne, to find out first-hand about his extraordinary life, in the comfort of his beautiful country home.

If Laurens Hamptonne 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.

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  • Tuesday, 2 May / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 16 May / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 30 May / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 13 June / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 27 June / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 11 July / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 25 July / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 8 August / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 22 August / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 5 September / 10am to 4pm
  • Tuesday, 19 September / 10am to 4pm

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