Saturday, 29th September 2007

Venue : West Lane Baptist Chapel, Howarth

JANE EYRE... the well-dressed governess.

Our Society's 30th Anniversary called for something rather special and to celebrate, we met in Haworth, about geographically central to the northern area we cover.

Haworth's very name is synonymous with the Brontës and their literature, historic Rectories, schoolhouses, wild moors and romantic period dramas. Indeed, our own Pat Raine, produced one of our four pattern Packs from Charlotte Brontë's going-away dress of 1854, on display in the museum.

Gillian Stapleton, of The History Wardrobe in York, will give us an intriguing day. The morning featured Charlotte's greatest heroine, Jane Eyre, brought to life with lively readings from contemporary authors, original items and high quality replica garments.

Over lunch, Gillian agreed to leave her delightful props on display. In the afternoon, Gillian detailed her background research, fabric sourcing and the making of authentic replicas for the amazingly successful costume in context presentations, ('Undressing Mr Darcy' is not to be missed, for instance.) We know you thoroughly enjoyed every minute!

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