by Jean Letherby | Mar 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
We have added a Book Reviews page to the website, starting with our recent review of Hidden Histories. If you would like to join our panel of reviewers, please send a message through the... by Jean Letherby | Mar 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
Our latest volume of Transactions has now been posted out to all members; the contents and abstracts have now been added to the Transactions page. Our thanks are due to Alasdair Glass, General Editor, David Boulting, Production Editor, and all the contributors for... by Jean Letherby | Feb 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
Victoria Perry will talk to us tonight on Tainted Landscapes: The Atlantic Trade, Slavery and the Sublime and Picturesque in late 18th century Britain. The talk will explain the the links between London, American Colonies and west facing ports such as Bristol,... by Jean Letherby | Jan 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
Jessica Kennedy will talk to us on 17th January 2017, on the progress of the restoration of the Grade 1 Listed Temperate House at Kew. This is a follow up to the ASCHB visit last April. Join us at The Gallery, 77 Cowcross Street, London EC1 at 6.00pm, talks start at... by Jean Letherby | Jan 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
Hidden Histories: A Spotter’s Guide to the British Landscape by Mary-Ann Ochota Published by Frances Lincoln Ltd, London 2016 RRP £20.00 This book was presented as a tome that would interest families, but it is far more than that. Admittedly in areas where one has... by Jean Letherby | Nov 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
The next ASCHB event is on Tuesday 15th November at the Gallery, when Clive Dawson will speak to us on the works at the White Tower, The Tower of London. There are a number of other historic and conservation societies with events this month: The National Heritage...