What happens on a SOLD 1940s Home Front Day?

1940s Home Front Day

Home Front is an exciting living history experience that offers children a practical insight into the lives of those who lived during WW2. This unique outdoor learning experience also teaches about how the Second World War has shaped Surrey's local heritage.

Home Front takes place at Henley Fort, which once served as headquarters to the Surrey Home Guard during WW2.

What happens during the Home Front sessions?

On the day, students are provided with authentic uniforms and take on the roles of the Surrey Home Guard volunteers and Air Raid Wardens. Students will have the opportunity to take on both roles during the day and their duties will be undertaken between

Air Raid Wardens will experience what it was like during an air raid in an authentic Anderson shelter and learn about gas masks, blackout and how to fight fires with fire-fighting equipment of the day.

Home Guard Volunteers will hunt for sneaky spies, undergo training drills, master the art of disguise in camouflage constructions and much more!