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Join our history curator on an audio tour exploring the significance of the Oak Room panels. |
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This panel depicts hare coursing. Hare coursing is the hunting of hares with greyhounds or dogs of a similar breed. It was very popular at the time of the carving with the first complete set of English hare coursing rules drawn up in the 16th century. Ever since that time there has been opposition to hare coursing on the grounds of animal cruelty. Hare coursing was banned in the UK by the Hunting Act 2004. |
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Play the YouTube clip below to hear more about tudor entertainment.
Once you have listened to this section then follow the link below to enjoy the next part of the tour.
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