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SUMMARY:Curses to Claimants: a history of Tichborne family
DESCRIPTION:A talk by Will Motley. This talk will tell the history of one of the oldest English families\, the Tichbornes of Hampshire\, who have lived at Tichborne near Winchester since before the Norman Conquest and still live there now. Their story includes a twelfth century curse that came true in the 18th century; Catholic martyrs; a plot to kill Queen Elizabeth I; members of the family fighting on both sides of the Civil War and one who signed the death warrant for Charles I; an unfortunate Tichborne who was accused by Titus Oates and sent to the Tower of London; a long running trial in the 19th century concerning a butcher from Wapping who claimed to be the missing heir to the Tichborne title and fortune – and nearly got away with it. \nImage: The Tichborne Dole (1671) by Gillis van Tilborch – Sir Henry Tichborne is depicted centre left with his wife and children \n \n 
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/curses-to-claimants-a-history-of-tichborne-family
LOCATION:The Conquest Theatre\, 6 Tenbury Rd\, Bromyard HR7 4LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conquest Theatre talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T160000
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SUMMARY:Katherine of Aragon: Beyond the Stereotypes
DESCRIPTION:What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks\, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the legacy they have left. PLEASE NOTE: this talk will be held at the Local History Centre. \nTalk one\nUnveiling the True Character of Henry the Eighth’s First Tudor Queen\nExplore the extraordinary life of Katherine of Aragon\, the first wife of Henry VIII. Too often dismissed as dowdy and overly pious\, Katherine’s true legacy is far richer and more nuanced. Was she merely a devout and plain figure\, or did her intelligence\, political acumen\, and  beauty shape the course of English history? Discover how Katherine navigated the treacherous world of Tudor politics\, championed scholarship for women\, and inspired devotion and respect across Europe. This session will challenge prevailing myths and invite you to see Katherine not as a passive victim\, but as a clever\, resilient\, and charismatic queen whose influence is celebrated to this day. \nAccompanying novel ‘Of Aragon’ by Caroline Willcocks. \nCaroline has lived in Bromyard for the last six years\, with her husband the poet John Pare\, a dog and a cat. She has worked in the theatre\, freelance journalism and for charities before writing six novels (so far). Her work examines human emotions in a historical context and celebrates the passion and danger of the Tudor court. \nEach talk is standalone but can also be booked as a course of four for the price of three via the Conquest Theatre booking system. Bookings can also be made in person at the theatre on Saturday and Wednesday mornings between 10.30am and 12.30pm. \n 
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/katherine-of-aragon-beyond-the-stereotypes
LOCATION:The Local History Centre\, 5 Sherford St\, Bromyard\, HR7 4DL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local History Centre event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261010T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T035457
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SUMMARY:The Enigma of Anne Boleyn
DESCRIPTION:What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks\, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the legacy they have left. PLEASE NOTE: this talk will be held at the Local History Centre. \nTalk two\nUnprincipled Schemer or Protestant and Feminist Martyr? \nJoin us for a thought-provoking talk exploring the life and legacy of Anne Boleyn. one of the most fascinating figures in British history\, she has achieved the status of an icon. Was she simply an ambitious manipulator\, ruthlessly pursuing power at court\, or does her story reveal a courageous woman who championed Protestant reform and aid for early foundations? This session will delve into the intrigue of Henry VIII’s court\, Anne’s pivotal role in England’s religious transformation\, and the myths and truths that have shaped her reputation over the centuries. Discover how Anne Boleyn’s brief but impactful life continues to inspire debate: was she an unprincipled schemer\, or a martyr for her faith and for women’s agency? \nThe session will also look at Jane Seymour\, the only queen to give Henry VIII a son. \nAccompanying novel ‘The Duty of Women’  by Caroline Willcocks. \nCaroline has lived in Bromyard for the last six years\, with her husband the poet John Pare\, a dog and a cat. She has worked in the theatre\, freelance journalism and for charities before writing six novels (so far). Her work examines human emotions in a historical context and celebrates the passion and danger of the Tudor court. \nEach talk is standalone but can also be booked as a course of four for the price of three via the Conquest Theatre booking system. Bookings can also be made in person at the theatre on Saturday and Wednesday mornings between 10.30am and 12.30pm.
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/the-enigma-of-anne-boleyn
LOCATION:The Local History Centre\, 5 Sherford St\, Bromyard\, HR7 4DL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local History Centre event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T193000
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SUMMARY:Medieval Church Chests in Herefordshire and their Conservation
DESCRIPTION:A talk by Rachel Sycamore. \nChests were very important items of medieval furniture\, with many extant in churches today. Rachel Sycamore provides an insight into the different types of church chests\, what they were used for\, and what they meant to people in medieval society. She also shares a few of her conservation journeys in preserving church chests for the future. \nRachel Sycamore\, a local Furniture Restorer and Conservator\, and Furniture Adviser to the Hereford Diocese\, recorded many church chests in Herefordshire and Worcestershire as part of her Masters Degree over three years. She continues to restore domestic furniture in her Malvern workshop\, but her passion lies in conserving church chests in Herefordshire and the surrounding counties\, whilst continuing to record them around England. \nEveryone welcome\, free to members\, guests £7 \n 
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/tba
LOCATION:The Conquest Theatre\, 6 Tenbury Rd\, Bromyard HR7 4LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conquest Theatre talks
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SUMMARY:A Tale of Two Queens: Anne of Cleves & Katherine Howard
DESCRIPTION:What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks\, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the legacy they have left. PLEASE NOTE: this talk will be held at the Local History Centre. \nTalk three\nA Tale of Two Queens: Anne of Cleves & Katherine Howard\nHistory\, Inexperience\, and the Ghosts of Henry VIII’s Wives\n \nEnjoy this engaging talk exploring the lives and legacies of Anne of Cleves and Katherine Howard\, two of Henry VIII’s most enigmatic wives. We’ll delve into how their relative inexperience shaped their time at court\, examining the unique challenges they faced in navigating the treacherous waters of Tudor politics and royal expectations. \nIn the second half\, prepare for a lighter—and spookier—journey as we uncover the ghostly legends surrounding Henry’s wives. From phantom footsteps in haunted halls to spectral encounters that have captured imaginations for centuries\, discover how these women’s stories continue to linger long after their reigns ended. It’s history with a supernatural twist! \nAccompanying novel ‘Girl Queens’ by Caroline Willcocks. \nCaroline has lived in Bromyard for the last six years\, with her husband the poet John Pare\, a dog and a cat. She has worked in the theatre\, freelance journalism and for charities before writing six novels (so far). Her work examines human emotions in a historical context and celebrates the passion and danger of the Tudor court. \nEach talk is standalone but can also be booked as a course of four for the price of three via the Conquest Theatre booking system. Bookings can also be made in person at the theatre on Saturday and Wednesday mornings between 10.30am and 12.30pm.
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/a-tale-of-two-queens-anne-of-cleves-katherine-howard
LOCATION:The Local History Centre\, 5 Sherford St\, Bromyard\, HR7 4DL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local History Centre event
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SUMMARY:Katherine Parr: Scholar\, Survivor\, and Queen
DESCRIPTION:What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks\, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the legacy they have left. PLEASE NOTE: this talk will be held at the Local History Centre. \nTalk four\n \nKatherine Parr: Scholar\, Survivor\, and Queen\nA Talk Exploring the Perilous Path of England’s Last Tudor Queen \nDiscover the remarkable life of Katherine Parr in this absorbing talk\, where we delve into the dangerous journey she undertook as Henry VIII’s sixth and final wife. Katherine’s intellect and scholarship not only shaped the religious and cultural landscape of her era\, but also offered her unique influence over Henry’s children — Edward\, Mary and Elizabeth — helping to nurture and set the course of England’s next three monarchs. Yet\, beneath her composed exterior lay the heart of a woman who risked everything for love\, culminating in a passionate affair that ultimately led to her tragic demise. Join us for an illuminating exploration of Katherine Parr’s courage\, her legacy of learning\, and the lasting impact of her relationships within the Tudor court. \nAccompanying novel ‘The Shadow of the King’ by Caroline Willcocks. \nCaroline has lived in Bromyard for the last six years\, with her husband the poet John Pare\, a dog and a cat. She has worked in the theatre\, freelance journalism and for charities before writing six novels (so far). Her work examines human emotions in a historical context and celebrates the passion and danger of the Tudor court. \nEach talk is standalone but can also be booked as a course of four for the price of three via the Conquest Theatre booking system. Bookings can also be made in person at the theatre on Saturday and Wednesday mornings between 10.30am and 12.30pm.
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/katherine-parr-scholar-survivor-and-queen
LOCATION:The Local History Centre\, 5 Sherford St\, Bromyard\, HR7 4DL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T035457
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SUMMARY:Last of the Great Lake’s Steamers
DESCRIPTION:A talk by Philip Hart \nThe Edwardian Era saw the production of thousands of elegant passenger steams ships\, the Titanic being one of the best-known.  These vessels sailed worldwide and were the main mode of transportation across The Canadian Great Lakes up until the creation of the railways and the Trans-Canadian Highway.\nToday\, the only one still floating\, The Keewatin\, sits in the restored Victorian boatyard\, located at The Great Lakes Museum\, Kingston\, Ontario. This is the story of her travels\, and how she came to be saved\, restored\, and to become the main attraction at the museum.
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/great-lakes-steamers
LOCATION:The Conquest Theatre\, 6 Tenbury Rd\, Bromyard HR7 4LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conquest Theatre talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T035457
CREATED:20260311T164459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T164627Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage Film Evening
DESCRIPTION:Content TBA – archival motoring films or local films
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/heritage-film-evening
LOCATION:The Conquest Theatre\, 6 Tenbury Rd\, Bromyard HR7 4LL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270310T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T035457
CREATED:20260311T165829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T165829Z
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SUMMARY:Saving the Worcester newspaper archives from the skip
DESCRIPTION:A talk by Chris Wilkinson\nTelling the story of how the Worcester Civic society members\, after a tip off  saved over 250 bound Berrows journals dating from 1801 to the 1990s-120 boxes of cuttings and photographs-Well over a million black & white and colour negatives from 1968 onwards and 1500 glass plate negatives dated from 1936 to the mid-1960s. \nIf CS members had not acted quickly all this precious archive would have been thrown away and lost forever\, with lots of local images from the collection featuring scenes from all around old Worcester with emphasis on the 1989 Worcester carnival\, floods at Evesham in 1947\, Pershore Carnival and images & news from Bromyard.
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/saving-the-worcester-newspaper-archives-from-the-skip
LOCATION:The Conquest Theatre\, 6 Tenbury Rd\, Bromyard HR7 4LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conquest Theatre talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270414T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270414T210000
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SUMMARY:Save the date.....
DESCRIPTION:TBC
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/save-the-date
LOCATION:The Conquest Theatre\, 6 Tenbury Rd\, Bromyard HR7 4LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conquest Theatre talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270512T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270512T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T035457
CREATED:20260311T170703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T170703Z
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SUMMARY:The Buildings Archaeologist - provisional
DESCRIPTION:To be confirmed – A talk by James Wright \nVisit any settlement in the land and there will be ancient buildings hidden in plain sight. Behind a Victorian façade is a Tudor house. Underneath a Georgian frontage is a mediaeval cottage. What is now a modern farm may once have been a castle. We know relatively little about the ancient buildings that surround us\, yet buildings archaeology can offer us so many clues for discovering the secrets of hidden historic houses. \nThis talk looks at the ways in which ancient buildings have been studied and conserved\, the puzzling ways that some buildings became listed whereas others were overlooked\, and how we can really understand the age and development of a structure. With over a quarter of a century of field experience\, James Wright uses case studies drawn from his career to explain the fascinating\, enigmatic\, and surprising world of The Buildings Archaeologist.
URL:https://bromyardhistorysociety.org.uk/event/the-buildings-archaeologist-provisional
LOCATION:The Conquest Theatre\, 6 Tenbury Rd\, Bromyard HR7 4LL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conquest Theatre talks
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