The Modern History of the Castle

by Christopher Moule

Tuesday 22 September 2015
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In his previous talk to the Society, Christopher Moule explained that English medieval castles were much more than military fortresses and reflected the political, social and creative interests of their owners and builders.  On this occasion, he will show how castles have been used and modified from the Renaissance to the present day.

 Christopher Moule has been teaching history at Taunton School and is a popular leader of studies in castles, churches, chivalry and wider medieval culture. In September he is taking up his post as Head of History at Marlborough College.

More Upcoming Talks

Talks are held in the Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne, starting at 8pm.

Complimentary tea and coffee are available from 7.15pm.

13 Oct
2015

The History of Gunpowder

by Dr Brenda Buchanan

Tuesday 13 October 2015
A wide-ranging illustrated talk from the editor of the two-volume collection of articles Gunpowder: The History of an International Technology.
27 Oct
2015

Dorset Heroines

by David Beaton

Tuesday 27 October 2015
An illustrated talk about the women living in Dorset who contributed to the county’s history, culture and folklore down the ages.