Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham'
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Heritage Open Days at Quebec House in London will run on selected dates. The event is free and participants can meet 'Mrs Wadham', the matron of the London Foundling Hospital's Westerham branch.
When a branch of the London Foundling Hospital was established in Westerham in July 1760, Mrs Ann Wadham was tasked as its matron. Her role was to manage the branch, overseeing everything from the arrival of the children to the hiring of the staff.
Come along and meet 'Mrs Wadham' as she shares a fascinating insight into how children in the hospital were looked after and what happened when they were poorly.
For walks, talks and other events taking place as part of 'Our Place, Your Past', see other listings for Quebec House and Westerham.
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Frequently asked questions
Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026 at 11:30. The event runs until Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' is held at Quebec House in London (Quebec Square, Westerham, Kent).
Entry to Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' is free.
Tickets for Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham'
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Heritage Open Days at Quebec House in London will run on selected dates. The event is free and participants can meet 'Mrs Wadham', the matron of the London Foundling Hospital's Westerham branch.
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Organiser’s full description
When a branch of the London Foundling Hospital was established in Westerham in July 1760, Mrs Ann Wadham was tasked as its matron. Her role was to manage the branch, overseeing everything from the arrival of the children to the hiring of the staff.
Come along and meet 'Mrs Wadham' as she shares a fascinating insight into how children in the hospital were looked after and what happened when they were poorly.
For walks, talks and other events taking place as part of 'Our Place, Your Past', see other listings for Quebec House and Westerham.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham'?
Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' takes place on Saturday, 12 September 2026 at 11:30. The event runs until Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Where is Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' taking place?
Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' is held at Quebec House in London (Quebec Square, Westerham, Kent).
How much are tickets for Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham'?
Entry to Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' is free.
How do I get tickets for Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham'?
Tickets for Heritage Open Days at Quebec House - Meet 'Mrs Wadham' can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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