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March 2023
SAVE THE DATE: ESU Schools’ Mace finals day
Save the date for the finals day of the ESU Schools' Mace, the oldest and largest debating competition for schools. Over 300 schools compete in the Schools' Mace each year, but only twelve teams reach the finals day at Dartmouth House. Just two teams will make it to the grand final, where the winning team of the ESU Schools' Mace 2023 will be decided. More information will be available soon.
Find out more »April 2023
Churchill’s Abandoned Prisoners with Rupert Wieloch
An evening at Dartmouth House with Rupert Wieloch who will give a talk for the ESU on his book Churchill's Abandoned Prisoners. The ESU invites you to an evening with Rupert Wieloch who will provide insights into the foundation of the modern Anglo-Russian relationship from his book Churchill's Abandoned Prisoners. Drinks will be served at the bar from 6.00pm and the talk will commence at 6.30pm sharp. One hundred years ago a group of fifteen British soldiers serving with the…
Find out more »The Fall of Margaret Thatcher
‘The Fall of Margaret Thatcher’ – a semi-dramatisation by the authorised biographer of Margaret Thatcher Lord (Charles) Moore and former Spectator journalist Kate Ehram, who assisted Lord Moore in preparing his Thatcher biography. Further information from Nigel Currie, Chairperson: nigelcurrie29@gmail.com 0117 914 0773
Find out more »ESU Quiz Night at Dartmouth House
Brush up on your general knowledge and join us at Dartmouth House for our ESU quiz night. An evening of fun and knowledge to see who will be crowned the winning team, whilst enjoying a selection of locally sourced sharing platters for you and your team. Tickets include food of a selection of local sharing platters for the table and a drink on arrival (pay bar thereafter). Ten teams of 6 people (max) with a winning team prize - arrival…
Find out more »Salisbury Branch: ‘Love, Passion and Betrayal’ by Michael Gould
Salisbury Branch is pleased to present a lecture by Michael Gould entitled 'Love, Passion and Betrayal'. Attendees will have the opportunity to gain insight into the themes of love, passion, and betrayal. Further details about the event can be found below Coffee will be served from 10.15am, with the main talk beginning at 11am sharp, and lunch from 12.30pm. Lunch & Talk ticket price: £22 (Members) & £24 (Guests) Talk only ticket price: £10 – FREE for first-time visitors Cheques…
Find out more »London Branch: Book Club
The ESU London Branch Members' book club meets once a month at Dartmouth House to exchange views on a book chosen by the group. Discussions take place from 11.00-12.30hrs on the third Wednesday of each month. If you would like to join our friendly and informal club please contact Kathleen Earley on earley.kathleen@gmail.com Book club reading list for December 2022 - April 2023: Nov – Dec : Kings of Shanghai – Jonathan Kaufman, 1990 (350pp) (Also published as The Last…
Find out more »Ouse Valley Branch: ‘The Importance of Physiotherapy in Maintaining Good Health’ by Phil Pask
Phil Pask is a Chartered Physiotherapist for the Northampton Saints and the England Rugby Team, one of the world’s best at the rehabilitation and treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries. His experience of over 25 years, knowledge base and skill set is far-reaching and includes using motivation and exercise progression, robust hands-on therapy for treating severe injuries and more long term arthritic issues. Phil will explain how to try to ensure robust health and what to do if the…
Find out more »ESU-Churchill Public Speaking Competition Grand Finals 2023
The prestigious ESU-Churchill Public Speaking Competition, sponsored by the International Churchill Society, is the largest such contest in England and Wales, with around 400 teams (each comprising a speaker, questioner and a chairperson). The different roles allow students to practice and excel in different skill sets, and the competition’s unique format, which pairs the speaker from one school with the chair and questioner of another, encourages quick thinking and relationship building. Thirteen teams have succeeded through almost five months of…
Find out more »May 2023
ESU Coronation Tea Party at Dartmouth House
Join the royal celebrations with our Coronation Tea Party. Enjoy a delicious glass of English sparkling wine alongside a traditional afternoon tea at the beautiful Dartmouth House. Ticket includes a glass of English sparkling wine, tea & coffee, a traditional tea of sandwiches, scones and sweet treats including cakes & patisserie. Guest speaker to be announced soon.
Find out more »ESU International Public Speaking Competition 2023
The ESU International Public Speaking Competition (IPSC) is the world’s largest competition of its kind. Bringing together participants, aged 16-20, from over 50 countries for a week of cultural exchange and competition, the IPSC is one of the ESU’s flagship programmes. The Grand Final on Friday, 12 May will see the very best 6-8 young performers deliver their speech and follows the competition heats held earlier in the week. More details to follow soon.
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