A Day to Remember!

July 4th 2004

Independence Day Celebrations at Washington Old Hall, England

A visit to Washington Old Hall, ancestral home of George Washington, first President of the United States of America. Join in a unique celebration and ceremony which includes the raising of the "Stars and Stripes", the American Flag thought to have been inspired from the Washington family Coat of Arms. Hear the "Star Spangled Banner" and a reading of the "American Declaration of Independence" performed by the children of Washington School, Washington Village Primary School, and the George Washington School, England. An unforgettable experience!

 A visit to Hylton Castle

Probably the most important site in   British/American history. William and Edward Hylton (Hilton) sailed on the "Fortune" in 1621 to rescue the Pilgrims who had left for America on the "Mayflower" a year earlier. William Hilton stayed with the Pilgrims and sent for his wife and children to join him in 1623. The Hyltons started the "Great Migration" to New England.  Edward Hilton became the founder of  New Hampshire. John Davenport, who was the preacher at the chapel at Hylton Castle between 1615-1619 founded  the New Haven colony where Yale University now stands. The visit includes a walk through Hylton Dene, 200 acres of inner city parkland surrounding the Castle.

An Elizabethan Banquet at Lumley Castle.

Enjoy a feast of fine food, wine, mead and entertainment in this magnificent 14th century castle. Live like Lords and Ladies Elizabethan style! A world of gallant knights, gracious ladies, feasting and merriment. Enjoy period singing and good humour presented by the Court Chamberlain, Musicians and Ladies of the Court, all in traditional costume.

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