Events Calendar 2011/2012
| OCTOBER 4th 2011 | Jacks and Spits |
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This talk discusses the spit-turning mechanisms which became such an important part of European kitchens from Medieval times to the Victorian era. Speaker: Tony Weston | ||
| NOVEMBER 1st 2011 | The Great Revolution |
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From the first paintings of the Impressionists to the outbreak of war in 1914 fundamental
change was forced on the Art Establishment.
Speaker: Brian Dunce | ||
| DECEMBER 6th 2011 | AGM, Christmas Social & Antiques in the Bathroom |
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The Annual General Meeting followed by our Christmas celebration and party!
The feature of the evening is an amusing talk about the development of the bathroom and the extraordinary way designers have furnished them. Plus, the social highlight of the season - Christmas refreshments and a raffle! | ||
| JANUARY 10th 2011 | Bedrooms, Banquests and Balls |
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This talk looks at the development of the English country house and the people associated with them.
Speaker: John Vigar | ||
| FEBRUARY 7th 2012 | Wren's London |
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This talk looks at the range of Wren's work and some of his designs for London that were never implemented.
Speaker: Tony Tucker | ||
| MARCH 6th 2012 | Antiques to do with Wine |
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Our speaker has over 45 years experience dealing in fine antiques, specialising in wine-related items including decanters, corkscrews, labels, coasters
and much more!
Speaker: Robin Butler | ||
| APRIL 3rd 2012 | Southwark Cathedral |
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The oldest cathedral church in London is probably the least well known. This talk covers the
architecture, history and personalities associated with Southwark Cathedral
Speaker: John & Jo Brewer | ||
| MAY 8th 2012 | Antique Jewellery |
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Our speaker is an associate member of the Gemological Association and the Society of Jewellery Historians specialising
in jewels and dressing table items form Vistorian, Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods.
Speaker: Cherry Warren | ||
| June 5th 2012 | Scottish Colourists |
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This talk covers the exciting and innovative work of the Scottish Colourists including J D Ferguson, S J Peploe and Leslie Hunter.
Speakers: Alan Hepburn | ||