The 1921 British Mount Everest Expedition Photographs from the Collections of the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) In the South Cloister Photographs, taken by George Mallory and other members of the expedition team during the 1921 reconnaissance expedition to Everest – organised by the Society and the Alpine Club, London – are among the first to document the dramatic landscapes and local people of Everest and the Himalayas. Originally intended to complement the expedition’s purpose: to carry out detailed…
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As part of the 2020 theme of journeys, we'll be looking at aspects of our own inner journeys and will be hosting a series of events in collaboration with The Bodhi Tree Studios to explore this. Join us and Yoga teacher Emma for an hour's yoga practice in this unique and beautiful space. This class is based on physical postures, deep breathing and listening to the body. It is suitable for all abilities and perfect for those who want to…
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Benedictine Spirituality A reflective evening of Benedictine Spirituality. Each meeting will take place in the Chapel of St Anselm (accessible from Abbey Square) at the Cathedral and follow the same programme. The evening's itinerary: 7.30pm - Discussion about part of the Rule of St. Benedict Followed by lectio divina using a Bible text Concluding with Said Compline 8.45pm - Finish The Benedictine Spirituality evenings take place on February 24, March 30, April 27, June 29 and July 27. All…
Find out more »As part of the 2020 theme of journeys, we'll be looking at aspects of our own inner journeys and will be hosting a series of events in collaboration with The Bodhi Tree Studios to explore this. Join us and Yoga teacher Emma for an hour's yoga practice in this unique and beautiful space. This class is based on physical postures, deep breathing and listening to the body. It is suitable for all abilities and perfect for those who want to…
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As part of the 2020 theme of journeys, we'll be looking at aspects of our own inner journeys and will be hosting a series of events in collaboration with The Bodhi Tree Studios to explore this. Join Angela Hassall for an hour of relaxation and recovery. She is a qualified Sound Bath instructor and her sessions help to shift our thoughts and feelings forwards at this powerful time. Adults £12 Students £10
Find out more »Benedictine Spirituality A reflective evening of Benedictine Spirituality. Each meeting will take place in the Chapel of St Anselm (accessible from Abbey Square) at the Cathedral and follow the same programme. The evening's itinerary: 7.30pm - Discussion about part of the Rule of St. Benedict Followed by lectio divina using a Bible text Concluding with Said Compline 8.45pm - Finish The Benedictine Spirituality evenings take place on February 24, March 30, April 27, June 29 and July 27. All…
Find out more »As part of the 2020 theme of journeys, we'll be looking at aspects of our own inner journeys and will be hosting a series of events in collaboration with The Bodhi Tree Studios to explore this. Join us and Yoga teacher Emma for an hour's yoga practice in this unique and beautiful space. This class is based on physical postures, deep breathing and listening to the body. It is suitable for all abilities and perfect for those who want to…
Find out more »As part of the 2020 theme of journeys, we'll be looking at aspects of our own inner journeys and will be hosting a series of events in collaboration with The Bodhi Tree Studios to explore this. Join us and Yoga teacher Emma for an hour's yoga practice in this unique and beautiful space. This class is based on physical postures, deep breathing and listening to the body. It is suitable for all abilities and perfect for those who want to…
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Thomas Brassey - The Greatest Railway Builder in the World A Talk by Peter Bolt - Secretary of the Thomas Brassey Society Thomas Brassey was born near Chester in 1805, a farmer’s son. However, his career took him into railway construction where he is credited with building one-third of the railways in this country, three-quarters of those in France and no less than 1 in 20 miles of the total world’s railways. Much nearer home as a civil engineering…
Find out more »As part of the 2020 theme of journeys, we'll be looking at aspects of our own inner journeys and will be hosting a series of events in collaboration with The Bodhi Tree Studios to explore this. Join us and Yoga teacher Emma for an hour's yoga practice in this unique and beautiful space. This class is based on physical postures, deep breathing and listening to the body. It is suitable for all abilities and perfect for those who want to…
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