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SUMMARY:Winter Potpourri of Social History Talks
DESCRIPTION:This all series ticket covers all three talks in the Winter “Potpourri of Social History” talks series, for the discounted price of £12.50 (members £10.00). You may also book each talk individually – see each separate event page. All three talks are on Thursdays at 2pm and last about an hour. Afterwards there will be time for questions and discussion. This is an online talks series using Zoom. \nThursday 28 January “At Home in Broadmoor“: 2-3.15pm with Dr Alison Pedley\nWhat was everyday life like for the women who lived, and worked, in Broadmoor Criminal Lunatic Asylum? This talk will explore life in the ‘Women’s Division’ or ‘Female Wing’ of Broadmoor during the Victorian and Edwardian periods. It looks beyond the reasons why women were admitted to discover what living in the Asylum was like. What did the women do with their days? How did they spend their time, and what did they read, talk about and argue about? Alongside the patients’ experiences, the talk will also consider the lives of the female attendants, their work, and their relationships within the institution. The talk tells the story of the female side of Broadmoor: not simply an asylum, but a place where women lived and worked, formed friendships and were cared for and managed—and, for many, spent much of their lives.\nThursday 25 February “A Brief History of Thatcham” 2-3.15pm with Dr Nick Young\nThis talk traces the story of Thatcham from the earliest Palaeolithic finds to the present day. It explores the hunter-gatherer communities who lived here, a hillfort and ancient trackways. Plus, the development of Thatcham through the Roman and Saxon periods, including the origins of the modern town centre. The story continues through the medieval and later history of the town, including the church, Chamberhouse Castle, Dunston House, local industries and traditions such as the Maypole and anvil firing. Finally, the talk looks at the dramatic population and housing growth of the 20th century, and how Thatcham developed from a small market town into the commuter town it is today.\nThursday 25 March “The Wantage Tramway: Britain’s first and worst steam tramway“: 2-3.15pm with Dr Richard Marks\nIn 1871, under the newly minted Tramways Act, a modest railway was proposed that would quietly make history. The Wantage Tramway Company became the first tramway in the world to be hauled by steam power — a light railway in name, but a heavyweight in influence. From its earliest days, the company embraced experimentation, trialling a range of traction methods and pushing the boundaries of what a rural tramway could be. But this was more than just a transport story. The Wantage Tramway was deeply woven into the fabric of the town — supporting local businesses, caring for its staff, and fostering a close, collaborative relationship with the mighty Great Western Railway. This talk explores its social, economic, and technical legacy. Find out how a small railway left a big mark and why its story still resonates today.\nZoom Talk Requirements\nTo join these talks, you will need a computer device with speakers. Ideally, also a webcam and microphone. You also need to be able to access the internet from it. First-time users of Zoom, will need to download a small piece of software – included in the link. \nHow to Book\nPre-booking is required because places are limited. Full joining instructions will be emailed to attendees in advance. Bookings close one day before the first event.\nImage: Catherine Sampson\nTo book – scroll down.\n
URL:https://berksfhs.org/events/winter-potpourri-social-history-talks/
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