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May and June

Join our history curator on an audio tour exploring the significance of the Oak Room panels.

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A female figure holds flowers reprsenting May. This is a common motif to show spring and a period of new growth. June is illustrated by a peasant weeding. The freshly ploughed land would have been kept free from weeds so that crops could grow.

Play the YouTube clip below to hear more about the labours of the month.

Once you have listened to this section then follow the link below to enjoy the next part of the tour.

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