Ghosts, Royals and Ferrymen
Brian Margetson
- Region:
- South West
- Notice Period:
- Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
- Type:
- Semi Professional
- Fee:
- Paid: £50 to £90 depending on distance
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 26th January 2023
- Tagged:
- Ships | Ferry | Social History | Transport
I have spent 25 years creating a unique photographic archive and a fascinating catalogue of anecdotal stories of Britain's working ferries. The resulting presentation includes an immensely varied collection of strange craft, interesting individuals and unusual locations. And of course, there are the stories that go with these passages.
The presentation focuses on river, estuary and inshore ferries, from rowing boats up to the Isle of Wight ferry. Time 30 to 60 minutes to suit audience. Full slide presentation using, if required, presenter's own equipment. The presentation focuses on social history and is suitable for any type of audience.
Views: 1203 | Enquiries: 9About Brian Margetson
Having spent my career designing buildings, but have now semi-retired. I have always been fascinated by mysteries, and tales of discovery.
I also love business, and the unique blend of economics, sociology and commerce it brings together. Above all, I enjoy social history, industrial archaeology and architecture.
I enjoy giving talks and strongly believe any subject can be fascinating if well researched and presented. In order to widen the potential number of audiences I speak to, I am constantly researching and preparing new topics. I like to think my talks can appeal to a wide variety of audiences. I have been giving talks on a variety of subjects for 30 years.
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