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History Talk & Tea - The Rufford Poachers Scandal
One moonlit night in 1851, a gang of some 40 poachers - mostly poor Mansfield men - assembled in Rufford Abbey park to strike a blow against the monopoly of game hunting rights by wealthy landowners. While working class men struggled for a living, Lord Savile of Rufford Abbey jealously protected the game on his huge estate. Not even allowed a rabbit for the pot, a gang of discontented locals set nets and armed themselves with stones. But Lord Savile's gamekeepers were ready and lay in w
£10 per person including scone and tea or coffee. Please note that a car park charge (currently £3 all day) applies to all cars and helps towards the long term maintenance of the country park.
The Seminar Room, Rufford Abbey Stables, Rufford Abbey Country Park, Nottinghamshire NG22 9DF
Thu 11 May 2017
Website:
www.ruffordabbey.com
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