A three-part unit exploring the extraordinary events in 1665 - when the plague comes to the Derbyshire village of Eyam - as seen through the eyes of two children.
1: The plague comes to Eyam. audio
Exploring the extraordinary events of 1665 when the plague comes to Eyam.
2: The villagers decide. audio
The villagers must decide whether to isolate themselves from the outside world.
3: The plague ends. audio
The villagers have cut themselves off from the outside world to stop the spread of illness.
Curriculum area: History / PSHE
This unit of 3 programmes is set in 1665 and explores the dilemmas faced by the inhabitants of Eyam, in Derbyshire, when they are confronted with plague in the village.
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