Mr Dilly as Samuel Pepys

The Great Fire

 “Excellent! An extraordinary stimulus to
learning. The children enjoyed every second”

Yr1 teacher – Blackwell Primary School

Welcome to Mr Dilly’s Key Stage 1 The Great Fire of London school workshop! Mr Dilly performs as Samuel Pepys, a wig-wearing, fun and fact-filled guide for the children into the life and times of 17th century London, and the momentous events that will change the city forever! Time to get wiggy with it!

Topics covered include:

  • Who is Samuel Pepys?

  • Why is Samuel Pepys diary important?

  • What happened during the Plague of 1665?

  • What was London like at the time?

  • Timeline of the Great Fire of London

  • How did the fire start and by whom?

  • How was the fire stopped?

  • What happened after the Great Fire?

Great Fire of London workshop Length: 1hr 10 mins approx. Great Fire of London Workshop Price: £355 plus travel (discounts available for multiple bookings across the academic year) Audience size: Recommended 180 maximum/30 minimum. Check out the History Workshops FAQs for more information and Terms and Conditions.

For further details on Mr Dilly’s KS1 Great Fire of London workshop for primary schools and availability, call Mr Dilly now on 07792 867605, email Mr Dilly or fill out the form below: