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December 2023

Tour of Dartmouth House

Monday, 4th December, 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Dartmouth House, 37 Charles Street
London, England W1J 5ED United Kingdom
Open House London | Dartmouth House | Robert Adam frieplace

Join us for a tour of the ESU's opulent Grade II*-listed townhouse boasting a marble courtyard, French panelling and a Robert Adam fireplace  From a banker's ostentatious home to a military hospital, and now the headquarters of educational charity the English-Speaking Union, Dartmouth House has had an illustrious and varied history, discover its story which has been shaped by those who owned it.  The tour will last approximately 45 minutes. Dartmouth House is a Grade II*-listed building and, regrettably, has limited disabled access.…

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Annual General Meeting of the English-Speaking Union of the Commonwealth

Wednesday, 6th December, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Dartmouth House, 37 Charles Street
London, England W1J 5ED United Kingdom
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Dartmouth House, Mayfair, London
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Salisbury branch: The wonderful world of glass with Dr Francis Burroughes

Monday, 11th December, 10:15 am - 3:00 pm
White Hart Hotel, 1 St John's Street
Salisbury, England SP1 2SD United Kingdom
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Join ESUs Salisbury and Wiltshire branch for an interactive experience that explores the history of glass-making. From his own collection, Dr Burroughes brings historic and valuable items of glass for members to examine for themselves, to illustrate the history of glass-making from 3,000 B.C. to the present day. He is an acknowledged expert and is often asked to lend pieces and speak about them for various television antique programmes. To book your place please contact the Luncheon Secretary – Julia…

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ESU X The Trouble Club: Leaders in tech

Tuesday, 12th December, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The English-Speaking Union, 37 Charles Street
London, England W1J 5ED United Kingdom
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We are partnering with 'The Trouble Club' for an evening with three leading tech entrepreneurs. Our three panellists – Georgia Stewart, CEO and Co-Founder of Tumelo; Deirdre O’Neill, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial & Legal Officer at Hertility Health; and Juanita Morgan, Co-Founder and CEO of Value Adders World – will discuss what drove them to start their own businesses. Covering industries as diverse as financial services, health and human resources each is driven by a passion to create positive change.…

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South Wales Branch: Christmas at Howell’s

Thursday, 14th December, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Howell’s School, 134 Cardiff Road CF5 2YD + Google Map

Join the South Wales Branch of the ESU for their annual traditional celebration of Christmas, at Howell's School, Llandaff from Thursday, 14  December. The shape of the evening will follow the pattern of previous years with drinks in the day room at 5.30pm followed by musical performances and carols from six with supper at about 6.45pm. Members are kindly requested to remember that Howell's is a busy place and will be ready to welcome you from 5.20pm but earlier arrivals might…

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London Branch: Book Club

Wednesday, 20th December, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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An event every month that begins at 11:00 am on day Third of the month, repeating until Wednesday, 31st January 2024

The English-Speaking Union, 37 Charles Street
London, England W1J 5ED United Kingdom
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A photo containing different books, which is intended as a cover photo for a 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: May – June: Mrs Palfrey at the Claremont – Elizabeth Taylor, 1971, 205 pp. English social commentary. June –…

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ESU Devon & Exeter Branch – December Luncheon Lecture Meeting

Wednesday, 20th December, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Exeter Golf & Country Club, Topsham Road
Exeter, EX277AE United Kingdom
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Nina Savicevic, an outstanding 23-year old Concert Pianist will be telling us all about the life of a professional classical musician and, she has confirmed, will be giving us a 'tune' or two. For tickets, please contact the Dining Secretary, Sue Maunder, on suemaunderesu@gmail.com

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Sofar Sounds X Dartmouth House

Thursday, 21st December, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
The English-Speaking Union, 37 Charles Street
London, England W1J 5ED United Kingdom
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The secret’s out! We’re hosting a Sofar sounds show on Thursday, 21 December. Snag your tickets via the link below. The best part? The artists remain a mystery – you'll find out who they are when they take the mic! This show is part of an intimate acoustic gig series with Mumbli. This stripped back show is created for deeper connectivity, whilst enabling those who are sensitive to sound or have hearing challenges, to enjoy an elevated Sofar experience. Please…

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January 2024

London Branch: Book Club

Wednesday, 17th January 2024, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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An event every month that begins at 11:00 am on day Third of the month, repeating until Wednesday, 31st January 2024

The English-Speaking Union, 37 Charles Street
London, England W1J 5ED United Kingdom
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A photo containing different books, which is intended as a cover photo for a 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: May – June: Mrs Palfrey at the Claremont – Elizabeth Taylor, 1971, 205 pp. English social commentary. June –…

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ESU Devon & Exeter Branch – January Luncheon Lecture Meeting

Wednesday, 17th January 2024, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Exeter Golf & Country Club, Topsham Road
Exeter, EX277AE United Kingdom
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Paul Waterworth, former District Judge at the Ministry of Justice will be giving us 'A View from the Bench: Some Reflections on a Judicial Life and the Rule of Law'.  Paul is a former Chairman of the Devon & Exeter Branch and is guaranteed to give an informative and entertaining lecture. For tickets, please contact the Dining Secretary, Sue Maunder, on suemaunderesu@gmail.com.

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