Mummy Mayhem at Highclere Castle

It was a very wet week when Year 4 visited Highclere castle; the home of Lord Carnarvon and filming location of Downton Abbey. As the Year 4 children would be able to tell you, the fifth Earl of Carnarvon was responsible for financing the discovery of the unopened tomb of Tutankhamun and has created a museum in the basement of his house to showcase his findings. From ancient artefacts to replica mummies, the trip certainly had the 'wow' factor and, despite being rather damp underfoot, was enjoyed by all.