A history of place names

Andrew Mowbray BSc. (Hons.), MSc


Region:
East of England
Notice Period:
Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
Type:
Hobby and Professional
Fee:
Paid: By mutual agreement.
Category:
History
Updated:
28th April 2024
Tagged:
Local History

Place names. We see and use them every day, but how often do we stop and wonder what they mean?

When we do , we normally find that they largely make no sense.

This talk goes through their origins and meanings as well as the fascinating history behind them.

Approximately 90 minutes in length for the full version, 60 minutes for a partly abridged one)

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About Andrew Mowbray BSc. (Hons.), MSc

Hello! My name is Andrew and I give talks on astronomy and local history. I am also a fully qualified tour guide and I give walking tours in the City of Colchester in Essex.

I was Secretary and Webmaster of the Castle Point Astronomy Club for 15 years from 2005 to 2020. I have also been Webmaster for the Rochford Hundred Field Archaeology Club since 2019.

I am retired IT Professional who worked mainly in local government. I also taught IT for several years.

I am a former planetarium presenter.

I love sharing my interest in astronomy and local history with anyone who will listen!


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