Heritage Open Days - An Unconventional Woman: Daisy Greville 'The Red Countess' of Warwick
Explore the story of how socialite Daisy, Countess of Warwick, came to run for Parliament as a candidate for the Labour Party.
Eccentric Daisy, known for inspiring songs about bicycles made for two and her pet fox, ran for parliament just five years after women over 30 won the vote. Find out how this aristocratic and famous socialite came to receive the Labour Party nomination in 1923. Plus take a look at the ‘Warwick Castle Unboxed’ exhibition at Market Hall Museum.
Wheelchair accessible
FREE as part of Heritage Open Days
Tickets limited so please book in advance at warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxoffice
