Letters and quills activity
Join us in the Family Room at The Palace of Holyroodhouse this February half-term and have a go at using a quill to write or draw!
About Letters and quills activity
Did you know that in the past feathers were used for writing? Join us in the Family Room this February half-term and have a go at using a quill to write or draw. Discover the way letters were folded so no envelopes were used and have a go yourself.
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