Cathy Shelborne tells of Admiral Lord Nelson who was High Steward of Ipswich and several of the women in his life who had close links with Suffolk, along with other… Read More »Lord Nelson and his Suffolk Connections, followed by AGM.

Stephen Poulter recreates vanished architectural gems using surviving period prints and the reports from travellers who visited the towns and villages during the past 400 years either for personal curiosity… Read More »Suffolk’s Lost Architecture

Angela Bell will tell how the first cryptic crossword was developed in the US and how it crossed the Atlantic in the 1930s. The talk will introduce key figures who… Read More »The Fascinating History of Cryptic Crosswords

Richard Symes will give an illustrated talk about the extraordinary tales of people and events from the 18th century to today and how the heath has changed. From the days… Read More »Turbulence to Tranquility, the History of Dunwich Heath 

Gill Blanchard recounts the impact of Huguenots on British culture, life, arts, and politics, including their story of religious persecution, politics, endurance, assimilation, and integration.

Fiona Rose examines how William Morris’ design philosophy influenced, and was influenced by, his homes including Woodford Hall, Red House, Kelmscott Manor and Kelmscott House.

Mark Trevitt tells of the commercial vessels that were working off the Suffolk coast and how they related to the coastal region of Suffolk.

Pip Wright recounts the story of George Wombell and his travelling menagerie that entertained the public for more than fifty years.  But at what cost?

Elizabeth Talbot is a Director of TW Gaze in Diss and is a qualified Auctioneer and Valuer, with an auctions-based career spanning more than 40 years. Her presentation talks about… Read More »Lots to Talk About: the Life and Times of a Female Auctioneer

Barry Searle’stalk starts with the nearby  constructions of Orford Castle, the Martello towers and the geography of this unusual site. The talk moves on to the initial government purchase of… Read More »The Military History of Orford Ness

Bryan Thurlow brings to life some of the leading characters to tell the tragic true story of Maria Marten, a poor Suffolk maiden who fell victim to the young village… Read More »Maria Marten and the Red Barn