Category: Evening Talks

Talks Info

Our evening talks begin at 7.30, with doors open and refreshments at 7.00. Tickets (usually £5) can be booked online at greenhill.bookwhen.com or purchased at the library and generally go on sale about a month before.

The Woodseats Trail

Friday 15 May
“The Woodseats History Trail”
with Martin Naylor

Join Martin on a walk round the twelve blue plaques in Woodseats, from the Abbey pub to the Double Six Club. Hear about the history of the buildings, the people, and the events that helped shape the area……all without leaving your seat!!

The Chesterfield Canal

Friday 19 June:
The Chesterfield Canal, Past, Present and Future
with Rod Auton

Come with Rod on a journey from Chesterfield to the River Trent learning about the history of this beautiful waterway and how it is gradually being restored. He will tell us how the canal is used for walking, cycling, boat trips, paddlesports etc.

The Evolution of the Railways

Friday 17 July:
Before and After – 200 years of railways
with Chris Morgan

Join Chris as he traces the evolution of the railways, from slow canals and coal through tunnels to fast travel for masses.

Doors open/refreshments 7.00pm. Talk starts 7.30

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