SHIFT Workshop - PatternCraft at Tatton Park

Visit England's Large Visitor Attraction of the Year 2014!Set in 1,000 acres of beautiful deer park, the former Egerton family home is open for you to explore. Uncover centuries of history at the Tudor Old Hall, witness life above and below stairs in the Mansion, wander through our glorious Gardens and take the kids to meet rare breed animals at our working Farm.Stop off in the Stableyard where you can sit back, eat, drink, browse and buy. With over 100 events a year there is something for everyone.For 400 years the estate was the property of the Egerton family until bequeathed to the National Trust in 1958. Today we are financed and maintained by Cheshire East Council.Tatton Park's 'Learning for All' programme provides exciting opportunities for education and enjoyment for visitors of all ages.

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As part of Knutsford Heritage Open Days Gemma May Latham is leading Patterncraft workshops in coding techniques, celebrating the early work of Alan Turing - inventor of the first computer who lived in Wilmslow. PatternCraft is a tool for exploring the fundamentals of encoding and decoding data through the write-once medium of a physical punchcard. In this workshop participants will be introduced to a number of ways that data can be encoded including binary and morse code. Eching the work of the Enigma machine, using PatternCraft and Micro:bits participants will work in teams to decode secret messages…This workshop is part of SHIFT – celebrating digital discoveries across Cheshire East <A HREF="http://www.shift-digital.co.uk" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.shift-digital.co.uk</A> @discoverSHIFT - Meeting Point: Knutsford Room, Stableyard.  
Please note that the benefit of pre-booking this workshop is that it includes FREE park entry to Tatton Park. For those who cannot commit to a booked slot, there is a first come, first served drop in session starting at 1.30pm. Please note that vistors attending the drop in session are NOT entitled to free park entry. 
FAQs
Are there minimum age requirements to enter the event?
This event is intended for adults and children aged 7 years old and above.
How do I find the event?
Please arrive at Rostherne Gate and present your ticket confirmation to guarantee free access to the parkland. Follow signs to the main car park and then follow signs into the Stableyard. The event takes place in the Knutsford Room, which is located to the left of the ladies toilets - not far from the carousel. The destination will be signposted. For more information about getting to Tatton Park, please visit our website: <A HREF="http://www.tattonpark.org.uk" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.tattonpark.org.uk</A>
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
If you have any queries about the event, please contact us at <A HREF="mailto:tattoneducation@cheshireeast.gov.uk" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">tattoneducation@cheshireeast.gov.uk</A> or on 01625 374428.
Do I have to pay park entry?
If you reserve a ticket on the pre-booked morning workshop, a complimentary park entry ticket is included with your booking. Please present your paperwork at the gate upon arrival to guarantee free entry. If you are intending to visit for the afternoon, drop in workshop, you will need to pay park entry upon arrival.

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