The Gunpowder Plot
Peter Stratton will tell of the little-known details of conspiracy and mayhem with Guy Fawkes and his co-schemers including those from the local area
Towcester and District Local History Society
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The History of Toys
Roger Brown, former brand manager at Mettoy in Northampton, will speak on some of the toys we remember from our childhood. £3.00 for non-members.
Wolverton & District Archaeological and Historical Society
The Gunpowder Plot
Christine Rowe returns to tell the story, including Northamptonshire characters who were involved and used Watling Street as their route to London.
Potterspury History Group
WEIRD Quiz Night
Come and test your knowledge of all things Weird – myths, legends and the unexplained … Doors open at 7.00 pm for access to the exhibition WEIRD.
Discover Bucks Museum
AGM
Featuring an-the-round discussion – “What was our first paid employment?” Anyone who is interested in the history of Yardley Gobion is very welcome.
Yardley Gobion History Group
Bess of Hardwick, an Elizabethan survivor
Jean Yates talks about Bess of Hardwick’s Cavendish family, Cardinal Wolsey and their links to Dunstable. Non-members £3.00.
Bow Brickhill History Society
History of Postcards
This presentation by Roger Young looks at postcards – their history, their effect upon British culture and their key part in genealogical research.
Buckinghamshire Family History Society
Women on the Cusp of Power: climbing the political ladder
Linda McDougall is the author of Westminster Women, Marcia Williams: The Life and Times of Baroness Falkender and Cherie: The Perfect Life of Mrs Blair.
Olney Archaeological Society
Gunpowder Treason and Plot
Speaker: Geoff Morris. £4.00 for non-members.
Newport Pagnell Historical Society
Quiz Night with Fish and Chips
In teams of 8, enjoy a fun-filled evening all while raising money for the Cowper & Newton Museum. Tickets £15.00 per person includes fish and chips.
Cowper & Newton Museum