Local historian and raconteur Bob Massey has announced another series of history walks, talks and free courses across the borough following the success of similar events during the recent heritage festival.
On September 9, Bob will be hosting another free evening of stories from Mapperley’s past. The talk, titled ‘Mayhem, Murder and the Mundane (the sequel)’ will take place in the bar of the Bread and Bitter in Mapperley from 8pm.
Why not drop into Bob’s Arnold History Hub from Friday, September 14 at Eagle’s Nest Community Centre. Over four weeks, Bob will share stories from Arnold’s rich history between 7-9pm.
Bob is hosting a walk around Arnot Hill Park on Saturday, September 15 from 2pm. Take a stroll around one of this beautiful park and hear stories from its eventful past. Those wanting to attend should meet at 2pm at the park’s cafe.
A new history course will be on offer covering Arnold’s Clubs and Societies. Old and new students are welcome to attend and no previous knowledge is required. The courses take place on September 17 and 24 and October 1 and 8. They run between 7.15 – 9.15pm at Arnold Library meeting room
Get into the spirit of Hallowe’en with one of Bob’s free talks in Arnold.
The free talk titled ‘Hallowe’en, Murder, Ghosts and The Like’ takes place at the Robin Hood and Little John pub in Arnold on Tuesday, October 30 from 7pm in the lounge.
For more detail about these events contact Bob Massey at b.massey@virgin.net
