Fowling in the marshes, fragment from the tomb of Nebamun, c.1350, British Museum

Stories behind hidden tombs, pharaohs and mummies and how Egyptians used hieroglyphics to ensure survival in afterlife have always fascinated. This lecture includes how CAT scans reveal some health problems identified and disasters in mummification.

Lecturer Vicky Bailey “I became a London Blue Badge Tourist Guide in 2005, receiving an award as the 'Best Guide in Gallery Exams'.

One of my main areas of interest is Ancient Egypt. I’ve studied hieroglyphs and carry out volunteer work in the Egyptian department at the British Museum. I lead specialist tours at relevant sites across London and also deliver lectures on this subject.”