Saturday, June 24, 2017
The Bedford Hall, Thorney, United Kingdom
Saturday, June 24, 2017
The Bedford Hall, Thorney, United Kingdom
Come to our village to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the community's independent Museum and learn about some of the notable people associated with Thorney.
Speakers will include:
Dr Rebecca Browett (University of Kent) - Topic: St Aethelwold of Winchester
Professor Patricia Fara (University of Cambridge) - Topic: History of Science ( Mary Smith - 1770 Commonplace book)
Helen Parker-Drabble - Topic: Life and time of Walter Parker, a son of Thorney.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
Thanks to the Heritage Lottery Fund for supporting this event, which makes it free to attend.
The Bedford Hall
The Tankyard, Station Road, Thorney, Peterborough, PE6 0QE United Kingdom
There is parking at the location.
The X1 bus from Peterborough to Wisbech stops in the village - ask for the Fish Shop stop.
Local taxis are available from Peterborough rail station, or Thorney Private Hire is bookable on 01733 270742.