by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Music, Musicals & Me Inspiring songs and stories from a struggling West End Actress. Music, Musicals and Amore Songs and stories behind some of our most popular love songs Music, Musicals & a Merry Christmas! A fun and festive entertainment sharing some of our...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Warwickshire and Solihull Blood Bikes On how, as volunteers, we became established and have developed to provide a 24 hour 365 emergency motorcycle courier service of blood related products to local NHS hospitals. And how, as our reputation has grown, we have expanded...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Judy Warner – Volunteer Representative Zoes Place Hospice We provide respite, palliative and end of life care to babies and infants 0-5yrs of age and much needed support to their families from across Coventry, Warwickshire and surrounding areas. Zoes Place Trust...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Being a Creative Butterfly After 22 years as a secondary school teacher of Art I took a leap of faith and decided to leave the classroom and offer a series of creative workshops at a variety of venues to help people find their inner creative self. I teach kiln formed...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
The Fascinating World of Honey Bees and Beekeeping The talk is an informative and hopefully a humorous insight into the world of the Honey bee and Beekeeping. We cover a bit about my journey into beekeeping and the importance of bees in pollination. We also go through...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
MASQUERADE – The History of Masks WHERE THERE’S A QUILL THERE’S A PLAY – a light-hearted look behind the Bard THE REPAIR SHOP & ME DENMAN – Our lost Jewel LETS ALL GO TO THE MUSIC HALL – History and Singalong
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Listen to your gut! OR Collagen – Hype? OR How your body can heal itself Each talk focusses on how we can help our bodies to enable us to live better and healthier lives. With simple changes and suggestions (and maybe some lightbulb moments), the talks encourage...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Age is simply a number of years the world has been enjoying you A lively romp through the great advantages of being old and the complications and disadvantages of making people believe you are younger than they think. As the CEO and co-founder of Kissing it Better –...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
The talk is all about how people can protect the things they’ve worked hard for; like their home, savings, investments, businesses, and family inheritance. A lot of people don’t realise that these things can be put at risk by everyday life events, such as: Needing...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
*NEW* Becoming Mother Goose Entertaining. Inspiring. Magical. When Cat is told by a child she is too old to be a princess, she starts exploring the character of Old Mother Goose. To her amazement, she finds a treasure trove of folk tales that celebrate older women:...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Uncovering the history of a Northamptonshire farmhouse Chance finds and fortunate coincidences help to reveal the family stories connected to this high street farmhouse. Transforming lives and inspiring change with Practical Action Together, and including a mini...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
“She Served Too: Discovering the Women who Served in the First and Second World Wars” “Deeds not Words: The Suffrage Movement and the Fight for the Vote” “Yellow Faces, Brave Hearts: The Unknown Stories of the Canary Girls in World War One”...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
The History of the Millennium Way How it started Where it Goes The technology involved Pictures of highlights of the Circular Walks Challenges of HS2
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
There is more to Warwickshire than Shakespeare The history of Burton Dassett Hills The life of a smallholder and self sufficiency Native and rare breeds of lifestock Needlefelting demonstration or interactive workshops Farm visits, tours and...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Improve your brain health & memory, prevent dementia There are many lifestyle changes you can make to improve your brain health and memory at any age. In this talk we’ll look at the most up to date research so you can feel confident that you are living your best...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
POSTMAN’S KNOCK – A History of the Post Office in England and especially in Warwickshire from 1635 to the present day. GENIUS & BENEFACTOR: THE LIFE STORY OF SIR ROWLAND HILL – The educator, inventor, social reformer and mastermind behind introduction of the Penny...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
The Agony & Ecstasy of a canal hotel boater I was a hotel boater and audiences are enthralled by the story I tell. Talks are interactive and include 2 songs The life of the wife and family of a canal boatman People are fascinated by the life led by families on...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Peter has written 2 books- and offers 4 talks – The Little History Of Coventry (2019) reprinted 2021 Remembering Coventry 1914-1918 (2016) The Gunpowder Plot and Coventry Coventry characters, including John Rastell, William Wyley and Sir Joseph Paxton. Made In...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Buying and selling at Auction with tales from the auction room. The Hoarder Next Door Browsing Antique Shops Deceased Estates Silver Values – Identification and Investment Amusing stories from Steven’s 50+ years as a Fine Art Auctioneer and Valuer, agent and...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
My latest book: Coronation Streets, England then and now Written and published between the death of the late Queen and the crowning of her son, it’s about how much lief has changed for ‘ordinary’ people in the intervening 70 years.
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Origami Demonstration & An Insight Into the Journey Of Becoming A Surface Pattern Designer During this demonstration, you will learn the basics of origami, the art of paper folding using paper designed by Rakha Madahar of desgn.prnt – an award winning,...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Glorious Colour Gemstones Very few British high street jewellery retailers are truly knowledgeable about gemstones. At the end of this talk your members will know more about most gems than their average local jewellery retailer! This talk will explain some of the key...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
“I provide 5 different fun, lighthearted talks” Hula Hooping for all ages A light-hearted talk about the Hula Hoop’s history, plus a comedy demonstration, followed by some audience participation !! (for those who want to have a try) The History of the...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Maker of Mad and Beautiful Things I give two talks – one is about my bespoke artwork and mad hats and the second talk is about my Indian travels & adventures. “Every picture tells a story!” – I bring samples of the watercolour paintings which people commission to...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Save the Children, then and now History of Save the Children, founded by an amazing Woman Eglantyne Jebb and our work 100 years later My Visit to Liberia with Save the Children My visit to Liberia in West Africa to see some of our projects Receiving my MBE How I...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Basketry and Willow Sculpture A talk about how I became a basket maker, the types of different willows used in basketry and sculpture and a demonstration of a dragonfly or similar. Also, some history on basket making.
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
The History and Mystery of Victorian Punch and Judy (inc. performance of the show) Working with Sooty – The Sooty talk is going back to the 1970’s when I worked with Harry Corbett The Life and Times of Tommy Cooper – talk includes some of his magic...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Please refer to website for full list on www.talksandwalks.co.uk Wicked Women from Warwickshire Feisty Females Drainpipe Trousers to Rock `n Roll (life in 1950s) Curious Clerics from Warwickshire Cross Your Fingers (Folklore, traditions & customs) Inn Signs It...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Enjoy your houseplants An informal introduction to looking after your houseplants without the stress. Including hints and tips on positioning and watering, with a focus on enjoyment and wellbeing. Terrarium Building Demonstration Learn more about Terrarium glass...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
The Englishman of the Peseta: The English grandfather of Costa del Sol tourism In 2010 I discovered the existence of an Englishman whose charitable acts around the area of Torremolinos forced him to open his home as the first hotel on what we now know as the Costa del...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Roger is a writer, photographer and lecturer and a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. He writes for several monthly magazines and speaks to groups and societies throughout the UK. Canal History and Heritage – a colourful introduction to our fascinating inland...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Vintage Garden Tools the talk discusses the history, manufacturer, quality and uses of the vintage garden tools. We illustrate the talk by displaying a wide selection and welcome the audience to have a hands on experience to feel for themselves the balance quality and...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Celebrant, Celebrations and rules…. Rules what rules? a light hearted look at my role as a Civil Funeral Celebrant and lots of myth busting about preconceptions of a Funeral Service! A chance to ask all the questions you have about funerals, but never get the...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Between Stairs …’The Life of a Ladies Maid’ Top to Toe…The Price of Vanity Christmas True Victorian Style True Tales of a Tour Guide A Design for Life…The Laura Ashley story Christmas True Victorian Style The Time Travelling Tourist…A Postcard from the Past Ghosts in...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
I’m a poet, but not as you know it! Humorous, thought provoking, philosophical, Poetry, Limericks, Stories and Songs
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
The SHAZAM! Show – Based around my best-selling local book, this is an amusing and nostalgic look at the old picture palaces. A 65 slide journey through the myths and fun of the pictures with emphasis on the wonderful Regal Cinema in Evesham. The Trouble with...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR MORE TALK INFO ETC **NEW** Decoupage Your Upcycled Jam Jars & Bottles. A brief history then use napkins and decoupage glue to create a beautifully decorated jam jar with lights. **NEW** Bread Clay Moulding Crafts. Using white...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
The Making of Handwoven Bags from the Philippines– Focusing on the harvesting, dyeing and weaving process of various plant fibres found in the Philippines. Philippines: Culturally Quirky– A humorous talk on everyday lives of ordinary Filipinos which other people might...
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
Neville Cooper, classical guitarist, takes you on a foot tapping and enlightening journey through the music of South America. There are performances of many rhythmic, engaging and familiar dances. Audience members are involved throughout.
by Fed Admin | Jun 21, 2023
From Coventry to Hollywood. Marie talks about the life-changing experiences which led her to a fulfilling career in the film industry. This includes fascinating stories and anecdotes from casting actors in films such as Good Morning, Vietnam, Rain Man and Disclosure....
