The Children’s Country House at Sudbury Hall explores 100 years of childrenswear

Photo credit: Janine Sterland – The National Trust.

A brand-new exhibition showcasing the transformation of children’s
fashion over a century, is taking place at The Children’s Country House.

Running from 12 June until 7 September, visitors are invited to experience a nostalgic journey
through fashion and how that evokes feelings of sorrow, joy and even rebellion.
From Victorian mourning to party wear, to flower power sixties denim, and sportswear
of the eighties, nineties and beyond, curated pieces will be displayed in several of the
historic rooms including the Great Hall, Saloon, Lady Vernon’s Sitting Room and
Library.

Dressed thoughtfully to complement each clothing era, rooms will offer an evocative
visual, sensory and audio experience by featuring sentimental accessories, fabric
swatch books and music from the decades.
From scouting to the space race, the emergence of the internet, and the influence of
iconic noughties bands and leading sports figures, garments will engage visitors of all
ages to travel through childhood where times of constraint, shift to adventure, optimism
and joy.

The exhibition is included in general admission and is free for National Trust members,
however, donations are welcomed.

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