The monthly talk for March was on the history and development of the Hundred in Romsey.  The speaker, Charles Burnett provided an interesting insight on how the Hundred developed into the present day shopping centre with many shops changing hands,…

As the title suggests, the February talk focused on the informative topic of Victorian knickers. In her most entertaining and informative style, Ruth introduced us to the history and evolution of these basic but essential garments. The concept of underwear…

Behind the Scene at the Museum was the title of an illustrated talk given by Barbara Burbridge at King John’s House regular monthly talk for January. It concerned the artefacts kept in store either because they are too delicate for…

THE PRELUDE TO THE BATTLE There were a number of factors that contributed to Napoleon’s defeat at Waterloo on the 18th June 1815. Stephen focused primarily on Wellington as a strong military strategist and leader, and it is this that will…

The Long Bow and its Impact on the Battle of Agincourt, a talk by Stephen Whelan Stephen Whelan’s brilliant talk on the impact of the long bow on the battle of Agincourt, 25 October 1415, contextualised the importance of the…