Gaols, Drains and Dunkirk

Gaols, Drains and Dunkirk

- Part of the

Being Human Festival 2026

Take part in an immersive,

multi-sensory experience for grown-ups, inspired by the history of

the Maison Dieu and Dover. Including the Victorian Gaol or

Magistrates Court (fully accessible option) escape room challenge,

artefact investigation, creative writing activities and a fun

opportunity to identify pleasant and malodorous historic smells!

Refreshments will be served.

Please note for the escape room activity participants will be

divided into groups and will do either the Victorian Gaol or the

Magistrates Court, which is the fully accessible

option.

Free entry. For adults (and children age 12 plus if accompanied

by an adult). Advance booking only.

Co-created by Canterbury Christ Church University and the

Maison Dieu, in partnership with local community groups, including

the Dover Big Local and Dover District Disability

Association.