The Two Apothecaries A talk on Medieval Medicine delivered in 15th century costume with numerous herbs, spices and artefacts to describe their medicinal uses and medical “theory” upon which diagnosis and treatment and folklore was based.
Stars of the D’Oyly Carte Presented by Dr Mike Muncaster, using historic recordings and images to illustrate principals in the company from 1900-1982. He will bring copies of the libretti for the audience, so it will be possible to sing along as a finale accompanied by John Mower
“Summoned by the Bells” – John Hele will lead a Christmas Bells event on speaking about local bell towers and bringing hand bells for us to play.
Rosebery House – one of our own local historic houses – The history of the house given by owner James Gibb.
Ampthill Past Memories An evening on Ampthill Past Memories with some of the interviewees invited to chat and answer questions
The Eric Houfe Memorial lecture 2025 following the AGM
Pepys’ Navy: Award winning Naval Historian and Historical Fiction Author Dr David Davies will deliver a lecture on Pepys’ Navy. For more information about David and his work please see his website at jddavies.com.
Please note, The Autumn newsletter has an incorrect date for this meeting, it is on Tuesday 6th May, not 5th.
