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Robert Owen, the 617 squadron historian, will be speaking about Barnes Wallis in commemoration of his life and death 40 years ago.
Details from: www.effinghamwithlittlebookhamparish.org.uk/event/barnes-wallis-talk/
This conference is being jointly run by CBA South East and Kent Archaeological Society and will explore continental connections.
A pdf of the programme and booking form is attached.
This inaugural conference is for all those interested in the geology/earth science of the South East of Britain.
A pdf of the programme and booking form is attached below.
At this conference leading experts on 11th century England will consider how the principal city of Alfred the Great and its people were affected by conquest. The headline speaker will be broadcaster and historian Dr Marc Morris.
The conference takes place at Winchester's Guildhall and is part of a wider project which aims to celebrate and promote the ancient city as a centre of key significance to England.
A number of walks have been arranged over three days to discover the darker side of Ewell's history.
Fee: £5
Meet in the foyer of Bourne Hall.
Booking necessary and more details from: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
Two performances by Mary-Ann Ochota and Jason Buck to bring out history from the ground in which it has been buried and into stories.
14.30-16.30 for ages 9+; Adults £15; 16 and under £6
19.30-21.30 for 12+; All tickets £15; bar available
Further information and booking details from: www.butserancientfarm.co.uk
On 13th June 1944 the first flying bombs hit London. Soon after this British and American bombers attacked German cities and Germany deployed these 'revenge weapons' to terrorise British citizens and undermine morale. Learn how the V1 and V2 rocket attacks affected Epsom and Ewell.
£5 per child
To book contact: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
This event commemorates the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower from Plymouth on 16th September 1620. Learn what it was like to be a Pilgrim and open up a new world.
£5 per child.
To book contact: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
Talk with Dr Edward Madigan, Royal Holloway, University of London.
The First World War was the bloodiest conflict in British history. This talk will explore the nature of trench warfare and the ways in which soldiers responded to the demands of front line service.
Tickets £10: Surrey History Trust members £5
Book from: surreycc.gov.uk/culture-and-leisure/history-centre/events
There are two sessions for this workshop for ages 5-11 years: 10.30-12.00 and 13.00-14.30
Learn about the evolution of dinosaurs and enjoy an arts and crafts session designing your own dinosaur.
£8 per child with £1 sibling discount. Spaces are limited so booking essential. Contact: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
