Visitors to Wymondham Heritage Museum can follow the story of local yeoman Robert Kett who led a rebellion against land enclosures in July 1549. On display are copies of the original indictments of Robert and his brother William which saw them both hanged.

Oak trees figured in the rebellion. On the road between Hethersett and Wymondham is Kett’s Oak where on July 9th, 1549, the poor gathered and Robert Kett urged them to follow him “in defence of their common liberty”. On Mousehold Heath was the site of the Oak of Reformation where Kett organised food supplies and settled disputes. On August 28th, following defeat, nine rebels were hanged there.

To mark the 475th anniversary of the rebellion the museum will be staging some oak-themed activities. From July 1st to 14th there will be a children’s oak trail around the museum. In the Bridewell Tearoom there will be oakleaf biscuits and a Kett-themed children’s visitors book will be available from July 7th.

Later in July it will be school holidays. If you’re looking for something to occupy bored children, the museum has lots for them to do. Dressing up, digging in the sandbox, working the brush-making machine, going down to the dungeon and much more. For the under 18s there’s free admission and free squash in the tearoom. More information at thewhm.org.uk