Preserving our heritage for future generations
Recent talk: A Victorian Christmas
Friday 2 December in the Church
We were delighted to welcome award-winning, best-selling author and local resident, Denise Beddows, to talk about how Christmas was celebrated in Victorian times. Denise looked at at traditional foods, decorations, parlour games and other celebrations, as well as how some German traditions took over. We also learned how the festive season was celebrated before the Victorians' frippery and flummery were introduced, and how different customs are still observed today across the UK.
The next talk in this series will be advertised here soon!
A Worthy Cause: Please support us to help preserve this ancient church
In the centre of the vibrant village of Chalfont St. Giles is the beautiful Church. It dates from about 1150 and houses wall paintings from the early 14th century, 16th century brasses, a locally made clock and much more. It's a place of worship and community - a place for weddings, baptisms and contemplation. The Friends help to support the preservation of the fabric of the church, its art and ornaments, environs and heritage.
Sat 28 Feb, 2pm
Sat 28 Feb, 2pm
Paul Mnatsakanov - piano recital
We are delighted to welcome another alumnus of the world's leading music conservatoire, The Royal College of Music, to play for us in February.
Paul Mnatsakanov is a prize-winning keyboardist with an interest in historical instruments, the harpsichord, fortepiano, and piano. He was born in the US and has studied in Vienna, London and Moscow. In the UK, Paul has performed in the Wigmore Hall and Royal Albert Hall, as well as festivals across the country.
Today's piano recital will feature the music of some of the greatest composers for the instrument: Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Debussy and Bach, and will be introduced by the performer.
Tickets are £15 each (£5 for those in full time education) and are available online through Eventbrite by clicking the ticket link below or calling Mrs. Ann Newcombe on 01494 873343 or Claire Long on 01753 783739.
Looking forward to seeing you there!