History Talks at The Horton
Throughout 2024 The Horton will be hosting talks that delve into the fascinating history of Epsom and Ewell as well as the hospital clusters. Expert historians will share their knowledge as well as giving audiences the chance to ask questions.
Tickets for talks are £10* per talk.
Epsom and Ewell Through Time
Friday 19th January, 2pm
Join Jeremy Harte, historian and curator of Bourne Hall Museum, on a photographic journey comparing archive images of what the borough looked like with modern pictures. With fascinating photographs as a focus, Jeremy will share his wide knowledge of the development of Epsom & Ewell.
£10 Talk only £21.95 Talk plus copy of the book
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£10 Talk only £21.95 Talk plus copy of the book
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The History of Surrey’s Mental Hospitals
Friday 9th February, 1:30pm
This talk traces the history of the care of people living with mental illness or learning disability in Surrey from the 18th century through to the 1990s. Using the records of Surrey’s earliest private asylums, Julian Pooley will tell the story of mental health care in Surrey.
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Discovering The Story of Your Home
Friday 8th March, 1:30pm
Every home has a history. From the land it is built upon to the diverse families and people who have lived in it. This talk discusses how to approach an investigation of your own home’s history and some of the sources will start you off on that journey.
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Beginning Research On Your Family History
Friday 19th April, 1:30pm
This talk is a Who Do You Think You Are for everyone. Jane Lewis will take you step by step through the basics of family history, where to start, what to do and most importantly, how you can get help and advice on your family history project.
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