Talks & Lectures in United Kingdom- Page 3

The Dundee Engineering Tour

If you have ever wondered how they build bridges and unusual buildings this tour is for you.The tour includesThe original Tay Rail Bridge and why it failed The…

V&A Dundee, Dundee

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An Evening with TOYAH

As a singer and actor, a TV host and author, a BRIT Award winner and a film star - Toyah has worn many hats during a remarkable career spanning more than 50 yea…

New Theatre Royal, Lincoln

Tree Walk

About the eventSydenham Hill and Dulwich Woods hosts almost every species of tree native to the UK and a number of trees that are relics of the Victorian garden…

Sydenham Hill Wood and Cox's Walk, London

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The Living Landscape: Creativity, Conservation and Care

With Mary Reynolds, John Spillane and Dr Peter DoranJoin singer John Spillane, environmental activist and musician, academic Dr Peter Doran (Queen’s University)…

Seamus Heaney HomePlace, Bellaghy

The History Of Punk, Goth & Alternative Fashion

Explore how punk, goth and alternative fashion turned clothing into protest and whether style still has the power to rebel today.

Hen & Chicken, Bristol

The Receipts Podcast

Stage times are posted at 11am on the day of the show on our website.

St George's Bristol, Bristol

The Lure of... Compromise

Join the team behind the independent investigative news outlet Byline Times for an entertaining evening of challenging discussion to help us understand the unpr…

The Cockpit, London

Seed Talks: Folklore & Feminism: The power of folklore in reclaiming feminist stories

With Dr Ceri Houlbrook.How have myths and fairytales shaped feminist thought? Explore the power of folklore, its symbols and role in today’s society. With Q+A.

Sub89, Reading

John Robins: Thirst - In Conversation

What is an alcoholic?Join critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, Taskmaster champion, and award-winning broadcaster John Robins in conversation about alcohol a…

Yoko Ono Lennon Centre, Liverpool

Introduction to Growing Your Own Food

Would you like to learn to grow your own food? This beginners course will teach you everything you need to get started.

Lauriston Agroecology Farm, Edinburgh

Seed Talks: Folklore & Feminism: The power of folklore in reclaiming feminist stories

With Dr Ceri Houlbrook.How have myths and fairytales shaped feminist thought? Explore the power of folklore, its symbols and role in today’s society. With Q+A.

The White Rock Theatre, Hastings

The Psychology Of Horror Movies: How Horror Speaks To The Subconscious

Discover the fascinating connections between horror films and the human mind, exploring themes of psychoanalysis, gender, and more.

Exeter Phoenix, Exeter

How to Defeat the Far Right

If you’re shocked and disconcerted by the recent rise of intolerance and hate, you’re not alone.

Brighton Dome, Brighton

The History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women

Dive beneath the surface of mermaid lore, tracing their long histories and what they may reveal about wider society.

The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen

An Evening Of Fairy Tales & Folklore With Dr Sharon Blackie

Discover how fairy tales have guided women through the ages - and why we need them now more than ever.

Cecil Sharp House, London

The History of Mermaids, Sea Spirits & Women

Dive beneath the surface of mermaid lore, tracing their long histories and what they may reveal about wider society.

The MAC, Belfast

The History Of Folk Horror

Explore the shadowy history of folk horror and its connection to ancient customs and rituals on the British Isles.

The Sue Townsend Theatre, Leicester

The Neuroscience Of Music

What happens in your brain & body when you listen to music? Explore how it shapes our identities and future therapeutic uses.

The Blakehay Theatre, Weston-Super-Mare

John Robins - 'thirst' In Conversation

Crosstown Concerts Presents:John Robins - 'Thirst' In Conversation\+ supportPresented by Crosstown ConcertsThis is an 14+ event

New Century Hall, Manchester

The Dark World of Wuthering Heights 

Wuthering Heights is one of the most adapted Victorian novels, yet the most misunderstood. Is it romance or horror?

The MAC, Belfast

George and Robert Stephenson, Triumphs and Tragedies

In this illustrated talk Newcastle local history author Ken Smith throws the spotlight on the lives of North-East steam railway pioneers George and Robert Steph…

Newcastle City Library, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Railway Tunnels of Sussex and Beyond

Part of the new bi monthly local history talks at Hailsham Pavilion. Adrian Backshall presents his talks and stunning images - a man with a railway line and mov…

The Pavilion, Hailsham

Simon Reeve: To The Ends Of The Earth

Returning to venues across the UK with his brand new show ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’.Simon will be sharing stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hear…

EPIC Studios, Norwich

The Science Of Trauma & The Body

Discover how and why trauma manifests as physical symptoms and what we can do about it. With Q&A.Trauma is not just in your head!

Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich

Feminism For A World On Fire

As patriarchy rises across the globe, Natasha Walter, Carole Cadwalladr and Aja Barber will be talking about the new threats that women are facing, and what we…

Conway Hall, London

Simon Reeve: To The Ends Of The Earth

Returning to venues across the UK with his brand new show ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’.Simon will be sharing stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hear…

Watford Colosseum, Watford

Andi Osho & Dorothy Koomson - At All Costs

Andi Osho & Dorothy Koomson - At All Costs (Studio Theatre)

Brighton Dome, Brighton

Firstsite Fabulous Fridays

Throughout the evening, we will be hosting an array of creative events and workshops across Firstsite.

Firstsite, Colchester

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Supper & Stories at Holker Hall & Gardens: Zosia Wand

Supper & Stories at Holker Hall & Gardens invites guests to an intimate evening of seasonal dining, conversation, and storytelling in the atmospheric setting of…

Holker Hall And Gardens, Cark-in-Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands

Simon Reeve: To The Ends Of The Earth

Returning to venues across the UK with his brand new show ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’.Simon will be sharing stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hear…

Orchard West, Dartford

Anderson Place: Newcastle's Lost Jewel, talk by Richard Pears

Created from two monasteries after 1540, Anderson Place was the largest private estate in a European walled town.

Newcastle City Library, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Buzz Map: Insect DNA Mapping

About the eventYou’ll learn about setting up the Malaise trap, supporting sample collection, processing and identification, as well as helping us with activitie…

Walthamstow Wetlands, London

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Vanbrugh’s Garden Legacy at Stowe

Garden and landscape historian Richard Wheeler explores Sir John Vanbrugh’s influence on the early development of Stowe’s landscape gardens and the legacy of hi…

Stowe House, Buckingham

Simon Reeve: To The Ends Of The Earth

Returning to venues across the UK with his brand new show ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’.Simon will be sharing stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hear…

Orchard Theatre, Dartford

Joe Thompson & Gail Kittle Talk About Timber Framed Buildings

Noted speakers, will be exploring nature in the local area and Sullington through the ages in the beautiful 16th century Old Workshop.Joe Thompson, has over 40…

Sullington Manor Farm, Storrington

Making Meaning: A Creative Space for Hysterectomy Stories

A creative workshop exploring life after hysterectomyThis creative workshop brings together craft and conversation to open up a subject that is rarely discussed…

Yellowave Beach Sports Venue, Brighton

Expert Talks

Learn more about our collections and the history of East Fortune Airfield with our series of free expert talks at the museum.

National Museum of Flight, North Berwick

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Shopping for Style in the Second World War, with Dr. Lucy McConnell

Join dress historian Dr Lucy McConnell to explore the history of Utility clothing at M&S.

M&S Archive, Leeds

SMITH AND SNIFF – On That Live Of Things in Belfast 

Jonny Smith and The Late Brake Show and Richard Porter of Sniff Petrol are two friends who talk about cars and many other things.

The MAC, Belfast

My Life in Art

Following her landmark Royal Academy exhibition, iconic painter Rose Wylie sits down with writer and critic Jennifer Higgie to reflect on a career that began in…

Charleston in Lewes, Lewes

Underground West Newcastle, talk by Newcastle Photo Archive

West Newcastle contains as much history underground as it does above ground – almost!

Newburn Library, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Simon Reeve: To The Ends Of The Earth

Returning to venues across the UK with his brand new show ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’.Simon will be sharing stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hear…

City Hall, Salisbury

Drop-in Information Session: Southampton Healthy Homes

Southampton Healthy Homes provides affordable warmth and energy advice service and is delivered by local charity the Environment Centre (tEC).

God's House Tower, Southampton

Canmore Room Events - the Search for the Lost Baggage Ferry of King Charles 1st

This lecture by Ian Archibald of Burntisland Heritage Trust will tell the story of the search for the wreckage of the Baggage Ferry of King Charles 1st, ‘The Bl…

Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries, Dunfermline

Scottish Opera - The Marriage of Figaro Pre-show Talk

These half-hour sessions delve into the detail of

Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow

Selina Nwulu - Black Climates

Selina Nwulu, former Young People’s Laureate for London, joins us with her book, Black Climates: Notes on Race, Our Environment, and Visions for Equitable Futur…

Brighton Dome, Brighton

Raymond Antrobus - The Quiet Ear

Award-winning poet Raymond Antrobus was first diagnosed as deaf at the age of six when he discovered he had missing sounds – bird calls, whistles, kettles, alar…

Brighton Dome, Brighton

Gordon Buchanan: Giants of the Land

Join award-winning wildlife filmmaker, presenter and author Gordon Buchanan as he makes his first-ever appearance at the National Museum of Scotland.

National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

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