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Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series

The Gwrych Castle Lecture Series will be covering a wide range of topics, all hosted at the castle!

Events

27th June 2024: Frederick Hervey-Bathurst - War, Faith and Poetry: the origins of the Gothic Revival 27th June 2024: Frederick Hervey-Bathurst - War, Faith and Poetry: the origins of the Gothic Revival Gwrych is a masterpiece of the Gothic Revival, but where did this movement come from and what did it mean? By the time that Gwrych had been built, the style had just begun to be...

Gwrych is a masterpiece of the Gothic Revival, but where did this movement come from and what did it mean?

By the time that Gwrych had been built, the style had just begun to be normalised in the catalogue of contemporary taste and a consensus was forming on its connotations and meanings: antiquarianism, nationalism and the picturesque. However, this consensus had not emerged peacefully but rather, been hard-won in a vicious national debate which had raged for over a century on maters of religion, nationalism and politics.

In this talk, Frederick will examine the poetry and and prejudices of these debates which fomented the emergence of the Gothic Revival as one of the foremost styles of the 19th Century. 
 

In more detail:

  • This lecture is on 27th June 2024
  • Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm
  • We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only
  • Light snacks will be available to purchase on the day
  • Free parking is included

 

About 'Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series':

We will be revealing the full line-up of Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series, which will be covering a wide range of topics.

 

Accessibility:

The Castle was built into a hill, subsequently the terrain is uneven with many steps, slopes, and steep footpaths throughout the estate, so sensible footwear is always recommended. This particular event will be held in the Coach House, we will have accessible parking available which avoids steps, but does include a slope via Stable Hill | Please read more here

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25th July 2024: Rob Chambers - Gwrych Castle: The Vision for Restoration 25th July 2024: Rob Chambers - Gwrych Castle: The Vision for Restoration Gwrych Castle is a place of the imagination. From its very inception it epitomised a period scholarly medievalism in Britain, a time of political expression and romanticism through...

Gwrych Castle is a place of the imagination. From its very inception it epitomised a period scholarly medievalism in Britain, a time of political expression and romanticism through architecture and landscape. It still fires our imagination today, even in an unrestored state. 

Chambers Conservation have unparalleled experience of working on complex significant historic sites, securing, and delivering successful National Lottery Heritage Fund projects and supporting third-sector clients along what is, potentially, a long but rewarding journey.

During this lecture, Rob Chambers will be unveiling the vision for Gwrych Castle's Castle Core project, and will discuss his plan on achieving this.

 

In more detail:

  • This lecture is on 25th July 2024
  • Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm
  • We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only
  • Light snacks will be available to purchase on the day
  • Free parking is included

 

About 'Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series':

We will be revealing the full line-up of Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series, which will be covering a wide range of topics.

 

Accessibility:

The Castle was built into a hill, subsequently the terrain is uneven with many steps, slopes, and steep footpaths throughout the estate, so sensible footwear is always recommended. This particular event will be held in the Coach House, we will have accessible parking available which avoids steps, but does include a slope via Stable Hill | Please read more here

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15th August 2024: Dr Shaun Evans - Researching Welsh Country Houses & Estates 15th August 2024: Dr Shaun Evans - Researching Welsh Country Houses & Estates MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! In more detail: Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only Light snacks will be available to purchase on...

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

In more detail:

  • Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm
  • We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only
  • Light snacks will be available to purchase on the day
  • Free parking is included

 

About 'Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series':

We will be revealing the full line-up of Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series, which will be covering a wide range of topics.

 

Accessibility:

The Castle was built into a hill, subsequently the terrain is uneven with many steps, slopes, and steep footpaths throughout the estate, so sensible footwear is always recommended. This particular event will be held in the Coach House, we will have accessible parking available which avoids steps, but does include a slope via Stable Hill | Please read more here

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29th August 2024: Dr Erin Lloyd-Jones - Hoards, hillforts and human remains - The archaeological context of Gwrych 29th August 2024: Dr Erin Lloyd-Jones - Hoards, hillforts and human remains - The archaeological context of Gwrych The monument and landscape of Gwrych Castle still can't fail to impress today, but look even further back in time and the landscape surrounding Gwrych has been home to a number of...

The monument and landscape of Gwrych Castle still can't fail to impress today, but look even further back in time and the landscape surrounding Gwrych has been home to a number of equally impressive monuments and activity over thousands of years. 

Erin will explore some of the archaeological discoveries around Gwrych's environs, from chance finds and surviving earthworks, to rescue missions and human bones.

 

In more detail:

  • Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm
  • We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only
  • Light snacks will be available to purchase on the day
  • Free parking is included

 

About 'Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series':

We will be revealing the full line-up of Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series, which will be covering a wide range of topics.

 

Accessibility:

The Castle was built into a hill, subsequently the terrain is uneven with many steps, slopes, and steep footpaths throughout the estate, so sensible footwear is always recommended. This particular event will be held in the Coach House, we will have accessible parking available which avoids steps, but does include a slope via Stable Hill | Please read more here

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26th September 2024: Martin Williams 26th September 2024: Martin Williams MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! In more detail: Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only Light snacks will be available to purchase on...

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

In more detail:

  • Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm
  • We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only
  • Light snacks will be available to purchase on the day
  • Free parking is included

 

About 'Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series':

We will be revealing the full line-up of Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series, which will be covering a wide range of topics.

 

Accessibility:

The Castle was built into a hill, subsequently the terrain is uneven with many steps, slopes, and steep footpaths throughout the estate, so sensible footwear is always recommended. This particular event will be held in the Coach House, we will have accessible parking available which avoids steps, but does include a slope via Stable Hill | Please read more here

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10th October: Matilda Harden 10th October: Matilda Harden MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! In more detail: Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only Light snacks will be available to purchase on...

MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

In more detail:

  • Check-in at 6:30pm to start at 7pm
  • We have 40 spaces available for pre-booking only
  • Light snacks will be available to purchase on the day
  • Free parking is included

 

About 'Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series':

We will be revealing the full line-up of Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series, which will be covering a wide range of topics.

 

Accessibility:

The Castle was built into a hill, subsequently the terrain is uneven with many steps, slopes, and steep footpaths throughout the estate, so sensible footwear is always recommended. This particular event will be held in the Coach House, we will have accessible parking available which avoids steps, but does include a slope via Stable Hill | Please read more here

Book now
Gwrych Castle's Lecture Series

The Gwrych Castle Lecture Series will be covering a wide range of topics, all hosted at the castle!

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