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Upcoming Meetings

All meetings are held at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Claygate KT10 0JP, and start at 2.30pm

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Saturday, 6 September

Suspicion and Mistrust: Anglo-Russian relations during the time of the Romanov Tsars

Stephan Roman

The presentation will explore the complex historical relationship between Imperial Russia and Britain during three hundred years of Romanov rule, and show how the past continues to echo today in powerful and disturbing ways.

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Saturday, 11 October

St Mary’s Long Ditton and its Link with the Titanic

Alison Baverstock

The talk will tell the story of the ship and why it attracts so much attention, with particular focus on one passenger. Alison is Associate Priest at St Mary’s Church, where Titanic victim Austin Partner is buried.

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Saturday, 8 November

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Graham Grist

Graham will provide an outline of the Commission’s history before discussing details of casualties buried locally, and of Esher district servicemen and women buried elsewhere.

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Saturday, 13 December

Clandon Park

Martin Ellis

The Onslow family built Clandon Park in the 18th century to impress their fellow politicians, but much of this outstanding building was lost in the fire of 2015. Our presentation will outline the history and future plans for the building.

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