{"id":13492,"date":"2026-05-29T10:18:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T08:18:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/instytutpolski.pl\/london\/?p=13492"},"modified":"2026-05-29T10:24:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T08:24:31","slug":"polish-codebreaking-festival-bletchley-park-25th-26th-july","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/instytutpolski.pl\/london\/2026\/05\/29\/polish-codebreaking-festival-bletchley-park-25th-26th-july\/","title":{"rendered":"Polish Codebreaking Festival Bletchley Park 25th &amp; 26th July"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>25th &amp; 26th July, 10:00-17:30, Bletchley Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Visit the event webpage to Book Tickets:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bletchleypark.org.uk\/event\/polish-festival\/\">Polish Codebreaking Festival | Bletchley Park<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">This summer Bletchley Park and the Polish Cultural Institute together with the Embassy of the Republic of Poland and the Enigma Centre from Poznan, invite you to discover a powerful story of ingenuity, collaboration and determination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Across one vibrant weekend, explore how early Enigma breakthroughs by Polish mathematicians and intelligence pioneers helped shape and influence the codebreaking work at Bletchley Park. Through conversation, music, creativity and discovery, this festival invites you to explore and celebrate codebreaking history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>A story that connects nations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Long before Bletchley Park\u2019s large scale codebreaking work started, Polish cryptologists had already achieved what was deemed impossible; breaking German military Enigma. This festival shines a light on that shared history, where ideas, people and ingenuity crossed borders, in the face of uncertainty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Uncover these connections for yourself, from hands-on challenges inspired by early codebreaking techniques to expert insights into the minds behind the mission of breaking Enigma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Explore, create and discover<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Drop into interactive workshops, meet visiting experts from the Enigma Cipher Centre in Poland, hear from celebrated authors and see codebreaking techniques brought to life through demonstrations and storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Whether you&#8217;re deciphering a puzzle, crafting your own code, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, there\u2019s something here for every level of interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Families can dive into creative activities together, while those seeking deeper insight can enjoy a programme of talks that reveal the human stories behind the maths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>A festival atmosphere<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Throughout the weekend, Bletchley Park will come alive with live music, performance and the flavours of Poland. Relax on the lawns as music drifts across the park or gather with others to share in moments of reflection and celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Find out more and join our evening talk<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">For those who want to delve deeper, a special evening event will bring together Dr Marek Grajek and Sir Dermot Turing to explore the Polish codebreaking story in greater depth, offering fresh perspectives on a history that still resonates today.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bletchleypark.org.uk\/event\/polish-codebreaking-and-bletchley-park\/\">For more information go to the separate event page.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Programme of activities available can be found below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Delicious traditional Polish food will be served throughout the weekend from On\u2019On Grill &amp; Pierogi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Programme<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Saturday<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>MANSION BALLROOM<br><\/strong><em>Limited seating available. Attendance is on a first come first served basis.<\/em><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>10.30-11.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Introductory Talk<br><em>Discover the connection between Bletchley Park and Polish codebreaking, with the Bletchley Park Historians.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>11.30-12.30:<\/strong>\u00a0Talk by author Clare Mulley<br><em>Learn about the remarkable life of Polish-born pioneering female special agent Krystyna Skarbek.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>13.00-14.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Talk by Enigma\u00a0Cipher\u00a0Centre, Pozna\u0144<br><em>Hear from leading experts in Polish wartime intelligence and cryptology.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>14.30-15.30:<\/strong>\u00a0Talk by author Clare Mulley<br><em>Discover the story of El\u017cbieta Zawadzka, Polish-born Countess and the only woman to parachute from Britain to German-occupied Poland during World War Two.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>MANSION LIBRARY<br><\/strong><em>Drop-in<\/em><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>11.00-16.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Cyclometer Demonstration<br><em>Discover the workings of the first electromechanical device created by Marian Rejewski to help break German Enigma keys. Hosted by Jerry McCarthy (The National Museum of Computing).<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>HUT 1<br><\/strong><em>Limited spaces available. Attendance is on a first come first served basis.<\/em><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>12.00-12.30:<\/strong>\u00a0Enigma demonstration by experts from Enigma\u00a0Cipher\u00a0Centre, Pozna\u0144<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>14.30-15.00<\/strong>: Enigma demonstration by experts from Enigma\u00a0Cipher\u00a0Centre, Pozna\u0144<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>HUT 12<br><\/strong><em>Drop-in<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>11.00-16.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Creative Family Workshop<br><em>Join the Bletchley Park Learning team for hands on activities and challenges inspired by the pioneering work of Polish codebreakers<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>TENNIS COURT<br><\/strong><em>Drop-in<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>11.00-16.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Discovery Tent<br><em>Discover more about Polish codebreaking with the team from the Enigma\u00a0Cipher\u00a0Centre, Poznan. Includes a rare opportunity to see objects on display from their collection.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>OUTSIDE LAWN&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>12.30-13.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Performance by\u00a0Polish-born and London based jazz vocalist\u00a0<strong>Elwira Rejnowicz<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>13.30-15.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Performance by\u00a0award winning British-Polish singer, songwriter\u00a0<strong>Katy Carr<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>15.30-16.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Performance by\u00a0Polish-born and London based jazz vocalist\u00a0<strong>Elwira Rejnowicz<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>AUDITORIUM<\/strong><em><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bletchleypark.org.uk\/event\/polish-codebreaking-and-bletchley-park\/\">Separately ticketed event<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>16.30:<\/strong>\u00a0Talk: Polish Codebreaking and Bletchley Park<br><em>A talk and conversation with Dr Marek Grajek, Sir Dermot Turing and Dr David Kenyon.\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Sunday<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>MANSION BALLROOM<br><\/strong><em>Limited seating available. Attendance is on a first come first served basis.<\/em><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>10.30-11.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Introductory Talk<br><em>Discover the connection between Bletchley Park and Polish codebreaking, with the Bletchley Park Historians.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>11.30-12.30:<\/strong>\u00a0Talk by\u00a0author Robert Gawlowski<br><em>Learn about the story of Marian Rejewski, the man who started the revolution in cryptology.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>13.00-14.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Talk by Enigma\u00a0Cipher\u00a0Centre, Pozna\u0144<br><em>Hear from leading experts in Polish wartime intelligence and cryptology.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>14.30-15.30:<\/strong>\u00a0Talk by\u00a0author Robert Gawlowski<br><em>Learn about the story of Marian Rejewski, the man who started the revolution in cryptology.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>MANSION LIBRARY<br><\/strong><em>Drop-in<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>11.00-16.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Cyclometer Demonstration<br><em>Discover the workings of the first electromechanical device created by Marian Rejewski to help break German Enigma keys. Hosted by Jerry McCarthy (The National Museum of Computing).<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>HUT 1<br><\/strong><em>Limited spaces available. Attendance is on a first come first served basis.<\/em><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>12.00-12.30:<\/strong>\u00a0Enigma demonstration by experts from Enigma\u00a0Cipher\u00a0Centre, Pozna\u0144<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>14.30-15.00<\/strong>: Enigma demonstration by experts from Enigma\u00a0Cipher\u00a0Centre, Pozna\u0144<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>HUT 12<br><\/strong><em>Drop-in<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>11.00-16.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Creative Family Workshop<br><em>Join the Bletchley Park Learning team for hands on activities and challenges inspired by the pioneering work of Polish codebreakers<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>TENNIS COURT<br><\/strong><em>Drop-in<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>11.00-16.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Discovery Tent<br><em>Discover more about Polish codebreaking with the team from the Enigma\u00a0Cipher\u00a0Centre, Poznan. Includes a rare opportunity to see objects on display from their collection.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>OUTSIDE LAWN&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>12.30-13.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Performance by\u00a0<strong>Mazury Dance Company<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>13.30-15.00:<\/strong>\u00a0Performance by\u00a0award winning British-Polish singer, songwriter\u00a0<strong>Katy Carr<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Visit the event webpage to Book Tickets:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bletchleypark.org.uk\/event\/polish-festival\/\">Polish Codebreaking Festival | Bletchley Park<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>25th &amp; 26th July, 10:00-17:30, Bletchley Park Visit the event webpage to Book Tickets: Polish Codebreaking Festival | Bletchley Park This summer Bletchley Park and the Polish Cultural Institute together with the Embassy of the Republic of Poland and the Enigma Centre from Poznan, invite you to discover a powerful story of ingenuity, collaboration and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":180,"featured_media":13494,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,17,11,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13492","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-events","category-history","category-music","category-news"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Polish Codebreaking Festival Bletchley Park 25th &amp; 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