Winter Lecture Programme
October 2009 - April 2010
During the winter, the Society holds monthly lectures of historical interest. Meetings are held at the Castle Hall, West Castle Street, Bridgnorth, commencing 7.30pm.
Visitors are most welcome.
Entry: members of the historical society - no charge; non-members of the society £3.00
It is a requirement of the Society that all members and visitors attending lectures sign the register.
Monday 19th October 2009
The crew and voyages of the Mary Rose
Talk by Mr Bill Moore of 'The Mary Rose Trust'.
Monday 16th November 2009
Charles Darwin
Talk by Mr Peter Boyd.
Monday 21st December 2009
Humicubation, Euroclydon and Nit Sqeezer: The adventures of three 18th century dictionary compilers
In celebration of Samuel Johnson's 300th anniversary.
Talk by Mr John Sparry.
Followed by Christmas Cheer!!!
Monday 18th January 2010
The Romans in Shropshire
Talk by Shelagh Lewis.
Monday 15th February 2010
The history of English Porcelain
Talk by Mr Michael Berthoud.
This talk will be followed by the Annual General Meeting of the BDH Society (members only).
Monday 15th March 2010
How Well Do You Know Bridgnorth?: Part 2. Cartway, Friar Street, Riverside and Low Town
Talk by the Rev. Frank Foxall.
Monday 19th April 2010
The Port of Bridgnorth
Talk by Alan Webb. President of BDHS.