The trials and tribulations of Vincent Van Gogh as seen through his works
Carole Petipher’s lecture will take us through a selection of van Gogh’s paintings in order to try to understand the workings of his mind.
Arts Society North Bucks
Month: May 2024
Refreshments in the Courtyard
Enjoy delicious homemade cakes, a choice of tea, coffee, speciality tea or juice and a relaxing stroll around our beautiful 18th century, tranquil gardens.
Cowper & Newton Museum
The Women’s Land Army in the First World War
Come along to hear about the quite incredible contribution made by this oft-forgotten, overlooked ‘army’ of women who worked on the land.
Towcester and District Local History Society
Rycote Park
The visit includes a welcome talk by Sarah Taylor, the owner, with coffee and biscuits followed by a tour of the Chapel, Ice House and gardens..
Buckinghamshire Gardens Trust
Victorian weekend
Milton Keynes Museum is turning back the clock and inviting everyone to experience Victorian life. HM Queen Victoria will be making an appearance!
Milton Keynes Museum
D-Day + 80 Years
A collection of memories describing the build-up, billeting and troop movements around Roade. Remembering the fallen from Roade, who didn’t return.
Roade Local History Society
Visit the Church
This fine church dates back to the 13th /14th century but was largely rebuilt in the early 17th century. Live music. Tea and cake.
Friends of St Guthlac’s Church, Passenham
If only walls could talk
Want to hear about the murder of Lady Grace Bennet, a terrible accident whilst duck hunting or the real meaning of Witch circles?
Willen Village Heritage Association
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Very appropriately for the anniversary of D-Day, an illustrated talk by Mike Chapman about the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, its principles and sites.
Milton Keynes National Trust Association
Lighting of the beacon
Join an evening of entertainment and the lighting of the beacon to pay tribute to all of those who took part in D-Day, 80 years ago.
Milton Keynes Museum