The Tin Lizzie was a remarkable car and despite its slightly disparaging nickname an engineering feat. Running on petrol, kerosene or even ethanol this people’s car proved to be one of the most reliable vehicles ever made. The 1923 Model-T Ford housed at the village...
Go back 100 years, what would you make your special someone using these pantry staples for Valentine’s Day? A bit of history…. Grocery shopping was a busy business 100 years ago – all scooping and sizing and weighing and cutting. Many, many more food items were...
Coach House When horses ruled the roads – up until the turn of last century – they needed a place to house and store all manner of horse drawn vehicles. Historic Village Herberton has a curious collection with names that conjure up the past – cradle shaft sulky, piano...
Steam engine, truck and vintage machinery buffs are in for a century old blast from the past when the Historic Village Herberton rolls out its latest working treasures. The lovingly restored 1905 Marshall Steam Traction Engine and 1921 AEC Tipper Truck were bought in...
Hooray, Christmas School Holidays are about to begin The Historic Village is open every day except Christmas Day so it’s a popular place during the school holidays and festive break. Check out What’s On in the Daily Activities for the full experience – you...
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