Let’s explore some of the remedies used to treat everyday illnesses in Victorian times, and consider how they compare with the medical treatments available to us today. The class will gain an insight into the lifestyle and diet of people at the time when they meet one of the Folk Museum’s education team playing a Victorian lady with a mysterious ailment. Listen to her describing her symptoms before having a go at making a diagnosis based on the evidence. By carrying out a hands-on examination of real tools and pill boxes of the time, we can learn about common Victorian medical practices, and discover the important role of the Dispensary Doctor - the forerunner of the present day GP.