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Event |
Venue and
Time |
| Monday |
21 January 2019 |
The Private
Lives of Henry VII and Henry VIII - Samantha Harper |
Memorial Hall - 7:30pm |
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Using the
private account books of these kings, the talk will explore the leisure
activities, luxury purchases, and entertainment these kings indulged in, as
well as briefly review what the books tell us about their kingship and ruling
style. Both kings visited the area during their reigns, and the interesting
and unusual circumstances of both visits will be discussed. |
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| Monday |
18 February 2019 |
The Wilts & Berks Canal – Past, Present and Future -
Martin Buckland |
Memorial Hall - 7:30pm |
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The canal
opened in 1810 after 15 years of construction but had a chequered career
until its legal closure in 1914. In 1977 restoration of the canal began in a
few places but in 2004 full restoration of the entire 62 miles was decided
upon. The talk looks at the historical, restoration progress and future
proposals for this major East to West canal link. Progress on the Cotswold Canals will also
be touched on. |
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| Monday |
18 March 2019 |
The Role of the Thames in Time of War - Bill King |
Memorial Hall - 7:30pm |
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The talk
will cover the strategic importance of the Thames and its crossings (Bridges)
through history and their defences. It will also cover the local
infrastructures and airfields and the role of boat builders during WWII.
Reference will be made to the Upper Thames Patrol and the local Lechlade –
Newbridge Stretch. |
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| Monday |
15 April 2019 |
Drovers’ Roads in
Oxfordshire and Beyond - Tim Healey |
Memorial Hall - 7:30pm |
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In times
past, cattle were guided in epic treks from the far reaches of Wales, through
the Cotswolds and on to the rich markets of London. Ancient trackways, green
lanes and wilderness paths are still imprinted with memories of the trade.
This talk evokes the drama of the drovers' life and how Lechlade was among
the key stations on their route. |
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| Monday |
13 May 2019 |
Beer, Sausages &
Marmalade: Oxford Food and Drink in the 19th century - Liz Woolley
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Memorial Hall - 7:30pm |
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The
popularity of these delicacies went hand-in-hand with the city’s growing
importance as a tourist destination. Meanwhile large numbers of citizens were
involved in brewing, baking and the grocery trade, and the families which
controlled these businesses had a powerful influence over Oxford’s economic,
social and political life. This talk examines the fascinating relationship
between food production, tourism and politics in the city. |
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June 2019 |
Evening
visit |
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Details to follow. |
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July 2019 |
Evening
visit |
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Details to follow. |
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| Monday |
16 September 2019 |
Stand & Deliver! A
History of Highwaymen in Gloucestershire - John Putley |
Memorial Hall - 7:30pm |
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The talk
outlines the development of these villains who bask in the reputation of
being loveable, gallant rogues. It
looks at the conditions that led to the ‘Golden age of highwaymen’, what
fates befell them and considers their impact on folk literature, art and
song. The chase then leads to tales of
some of the dashing highwaymen of Gloucestershire and finally looks at the
decline of the Gentleman of the Road. |
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| Monday |
21 October 2019 |
The Bells! The Bells! - Marian Winckles
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Memorial Hall - 7:30pm |
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‘Change
ringing’ of church bells is quintessentially English. This talk explores its origins and
development from monastic times. |
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| Monday |
18 November 2019 |
30th Annual General Meeting |
Memorial Hall - 7:15pm |
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New and old
members and guests welcome. |
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*** Refreshments will be
served after the business part of the meeting *** |
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Local folk
songs collected by Alfred Williams - Performed by Ranikhet
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A brief
look at Alfred Williams and the folk songs he collected in and around the
Lechlade/Fairford area during the early years of the 20th century |
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