A popular illustrated talk by the author of Sheffield Cathedral's guidebook which looks at how Sheffield has developed from Saxon times up to the present day, and how the city's history can be traced within the walls of its cathedral, if you know where to look. Through the building's architecture and stained glass you will discover hidden stories from medieval, Tudor and Victorian times, and meet people who have shaped Sheffield's history such as the Earls of Shrewsbury, Bess of Hardwick, Mary Queen of Scots and many more. Discover how the building grew from medieval parish church to 21st century cathedral, and see if you can solve the mystery of the Shrewsbury vault's missing earls!
Views: 446 | Enquiries: 2Janet Ridler is an established and well-known professional historian, writer and tour guide, who has worked as a Heritage Interpreter for historical buildings and venues across South Yorkshire including Sheffield Cathedral, Sheffield General Cemetery, Portland Works and Sheffield Museums. She has devised and written guidebooks, tours and presentations for both adults and children, and is a popular speaker at venues across South Yorkshire, North Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, as well as further afield.
Janet has given presentations, talks and lecture for for Sheffield University's Festival of the Mind, the Off the Shelf Literary Festival, Sheffield Showcase Festival and for English Heritage and the National Trust, and is in demand as a speaker for groups such as Local History societies, Probus, Women's Institute. libraries, and more.
Janet's talks are informative, entertaining and engaging - and always fully illustrated, often with photos and other resources not found in the public domain. Whatever the size of your group,you can be sure of a professional and memorable presentation, and a satisfied audience.
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