RVH Victorian Corridor Tours for European Heritage Open Day 2024

Saturday 14^th September 2024, 12 noon and 2pm (1 hour each)

Tickets via EHOD – advance booking essential

Former RVH Archivist Stanley Hawkins returns to the Royal to lead two tours of the Victorian Corridor for this year’s European Heritage Open Days.

This will be a captivating journey through the medical and social history of Belfast. Stanley will unveil hidden stories of the Royal Victoria Hospital, a late-Victorian landmark of the city. Step back in time to 1903, when the RVH opened its doors as a beacon of hope in a rapidly growing Belfast. Discover how this state-of-the-art facility revolutionised healthcare in the city.

Replacing the original General Hospital on Frederick Street, the Royal opened its doors on the Grosvenor Road in 1903 to serve the city’s growing population. The grand building, designed by Henman and Cooper Architects, with later extensions by Young and Mackenzie, boasted cutting-edge technology and was one of the first air-conditioned public buildings in the world. Stanley’s tour will delve into the fascinating history of the RVH, exploring not just its ground-breaking medical practices but also its role in the city’s social fabric. This special event offers a unique opportunity to experience the Victorian Corridor first-hand.

Spaces are strictly limited for both tours and there are limited places left – if you would like to attend on Saturday, please book online via the EHOD website at https://ehod.eventcube.io/events/61323/history-tour-the-victorian-corridor-for-ehod-2024