Brighton & Hove

Understanding DNA results can be confusing and complex. Donna's talk will break down what a DNA test is, how it works, and how to interpret the results.

How we lived in the 40's and 50's and how the modern housewife looked after her husband.

Mat Homewood takes a light-hearted look at the history of sporting events in Sussex. 

***** THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED *****

Sussex chef, Ian Dowding, recounts the true story of how he came to invent Banoffie Pie, along with some interesting and amusing stories from the historical TV progams he's worked on.

Family history is a fascinating subject, lots of us have stories about our ancestors. Do you know how to put together an engaging story? Emma will be sharing her tips to help you with collating and creating something memorable and fun plus sharing her Sussex-based ancestors stories and heirlooms.

In 1925, 11yr old school boy, James Bernard Clifton, set up his own school. Complete with a one-legged swimming teacher, a book-throwing headmaster, and ball-stealing school dog. Join Kevin as he recounts, with much hilarity, the tale of how this 11yr old school boy managed to not only open his own school, but also keep it going!

Retired Tower of London Yeoman Warder (Beefeater), Tony Strafford, gives an intriguing talk on the ladies of the tower with lots of interesting information and facts.

Mat Homewood takes a light-hearted look at the history of sporting events in Sussex. Sport has been a key feature of Sussex life throughout the centuries, with cricket, football and horse racing being commonplace events, as well as the much-loved Sussex game of stoolball. However, local village sports days were also host to many lesser-known sporting activities. These included jingling matches, menagerie races, and piano bashing.

Mat will regale us with tales of all these events, and more, in an entertaining and informative talk, full of wonderful photographs.