George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey
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George Maw's Global Suitcase Journey will be held at Benthall Hall in Shrewsbury on 1 August 2026, requiring admission. The event will showcase George Maw's travels around the world collecting plants and fossils and taking inspiration for designs.
George Maw was a Victorian “influencer” who travelled around the world collecting plants and fossils and took inspiration for designs to use in his tile business.
Collect a Victorian style passport from the Entrance Hall and find the suitcases around the house and garden to follow George on his travels as he visits places such as Syria, Morocco, Spain and India.
Each suitcase has an activity, items to look at, and a stamp for your passport. You can also follow George’s social posts by scanning QR codes that can be found in the suitcases.
The trail is free and open every day the house and garden are open.
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George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey takes place on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 13:30. The event runs until Sunday, 1 November 2026.
George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey is held at Benthall Hall in Shrewsbury (Broseley, Shropshire).
Tickets for George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey 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.
George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey
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George Maw's Global Suitcase Journey will be held at Benthall Hall in Shrewsbury on 1 August 2026, requiring admission. The event will showcase George Maw's travels around the world collecting plants and fossils and taking inspiration for designs.
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George Maw was a Victorian “influencer” who travelled around the world collecting plants and fossils and took inspiration for designs to use in his tile business.
Collect a Victorian style passport from the Entrance Hall and find the suitcases around the house and garden to follow George on his travels as he visits places such as Syria, Morocco, Spain and India.
Each suitcase has an activity, items to look at, and a stamp for your passport. You can also follow George’s social posts by scanning QR codes that can be found in the suitcases.
The trail is free and open every day the house and garden are open.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey?
George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey takes place on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 13:30. The event runs until Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Where is George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey taking place?
George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey is held at Benthall Hall in Shrewsbury (Broseley, Shropshire).
How do I get tickets for George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey?
Tickets for George Maw’s Global Suitcase Journey 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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