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SUMMARY:London Branch: Film club
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to The Film Club! \nLondon branch is thrilled to invite you to our new monthly film club – a mixed cinema programme intended to spark conversation and to bring together like-minded people. \nOur debut theme (which will change quarterly) is ‘First Features’\, where we’ll showcase three debut feature-length films from acclaimed directors. The first screening will be Following\, directed by Christopher Nolan. Released in 1998\, the film tells the story of a young man who follows strangers around the streets of London and is drawn into a criminal underworld when he fails to keep his distance. \nAs tickets for this first screening are limited\, we encourage you to book now to secure your spot! \nFollowing the film\, attendees are warmly invited to stay until 10pm to discuss the film and socialise. \nWhat is the ESU Film Club?  \nThe Film Club will curate a mixed programme of cinema intended to spark conversation and to bring together like-minded people. \nAll money raised will go towards the operational cost of running the film club and toward the important charitable work of the English-Speaking Union (ESU). \nThe ESU is an international charitable membership organisation founded to empower young people with speaking and listening skills and cross-cultural understanding. \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-film-club/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T123000
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SUMMARY:London Branch: Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 \nComplete and updated ESU book club reading list for 2025 \nJan – Feb: Wide Sargasso Sea\, by Jean Rhys \nFeb – March: I served the King of England – Bohumil Hrabal \nMarch – April: Chéri – Colette \nApril- May: Flowers for Algernon – Daniel Keyes \nMay – June: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJune – July: The Day of the Triffids – John Wyndham \nJuly – August: All Passion Spent – Vita Sackville-West  \nAug – Sept: The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown \nSept – Oct: Orbital – Samantha Harvey \nOct – Nov: Letters in a Suitcase – Douglas\, Dorothy and Muriel Heelas \nNov – Dec: A Far Cry from Kensington – Muriel Spark \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-book-club/2024-09-18/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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SUMMARY:Salisbury Branch: Lecture and Lunch – The Extraordinary Life of Eels – Andrew Kerr
DESCRIPTION:One of the oldest species on earth\, eel’s eggs drift on the Gulf Stream from the Sargasso Sea arriving two years later in European rivers as elvers.  Thirty years later they migrate the 4\,000 miles back to their breeding grounds and the cycle begins again.  We hear of the international fight to protect them. \nStart time: 11.00 am  (Coffee from 10.30 am) \nEnd time: 12.30 pm  (Lunch from 12.30 pm to 2.00 pm) \n  \nIf you would like to see the menu\, please email ESUSalisbury-EventsSec@esu.org.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/salisbury-branch-lecture-and-lunch-the-extraordinary-life-of-eels-andrew-kerr/
LOCATION:Mercure White Hart Hotel\, 1 St John’s Street\, Salisbury\, SP1 2SD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salisbury and Wiltshire branch":MAILTO:esusalisbury-eventssec@esu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T123000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
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SUMMARY:London Branch: Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 \nComplete and updated ESU book club reading list for 2025 \nJan – Feb: Wide Sargasso Sea\, by Jean Rhys \nFeb – March: I served the King of England – Bohumil Hrabal \nMarch – April: Chéri – Colette \nApril- May: Flowers for Algernon – Daniel Keyes \nMay – June: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJune – July: The Day of the Triffids – John Wyndham \nJuly – August: All Passion Spent – Vita Sackville-West  \nAug – Sept: The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown \nSept – Oct: Orbital – Samantha Harvey \nOct – Nov: Letters in a Suitcase – Douglas\, Dorothy and Muriel Heelas \nNov – Dec: A Far Cry from Kensington – Muriel Spark \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-book-club/2024-08-21/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240723T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240723T203000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
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SUMMARY:London Branch: Charles Spicer on 'Coffee with Hitler'
DESCRIPTION:The London Branch of the ESU is joined by best-selling author\, Charles Spicer\, who will tell us the incredible true story of the amateur intelligence agents who befriended the Nazis in the lead-up to the Second World War. \nA Telegraph History Book of the Year\, ‘Coffee with Hitler: The British Amateurs Who Tried to Civilise the Nazis’ offers a rare glimpse into the motley crew who would provide the British government with better intelligence on the horrifying rise of the Nazis than anyone else. \nAbout Charles Spicer: \nCharles Spicer’s first book\, Coffee with Hitler: The British Amateurs Who Tried to Civilise the Nazis was published in September 2022 by Oneworld Publications in the UK\, Pegasus Book in the US\, and worldwide on audio by Blackstone. Following a career in the City specialising in the medical sector\, he now chairs several public and private companies and a government grant-giving body. He is a warden of the Fishmongers’ Company\, deputy chair of the Royal Humane Society\, and served as High Sheriff of Greater London in 2019. Charles has a PhD in history from London University\, an MA from Cambridge and is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-charles-spicer-on-a-coffee-with-hitler/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T170000
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SUMMARY:Eastbourne Branch: Summer Tea
DESCRIPTION:Join the Eastbourne Branch of the English-Speaking Union\, for their annual summer afternoon tea at the Royal Eastbourne Golf Club. \nWe hope to see you there. \nTo book\, please email Jill Weston at jmw7@btinternet.com.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/eastbourne-branch-summer-tea/
LOCATION:The Royal Eastbourne Golf Club\, Paradise Drive\, Eastbourne\, BN20 8BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240717T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240717T123000
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SUMMARY:London Branch: Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 \nComplete and updated ESU book club reading list for 2025 \nJan – Feb: Wide Sargasso Sea\, by Jean Rhys \nFeb – March: I served the King of England – Bohumil Hrabal \nMarch – April: Chéri – Colette \nApril- May: Flowers for Algernon – Daniel Keyes \nMay – June: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJune – July: The Day of the Triffids – John Wyndham \nJuly – August: All Passion Spent – Vita Sackville-West  \nAug – Sept: The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown \nSept – Oct: Orbital – Samantha Harvey \nOct – Nov: Letters in a Suitcase – Douglas\, Dorothy and Muriel Heelas \nNov – Dec: A Far Cry from Kensington – Muriel Spark \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-book-club/2024-07-17/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240704T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240704T210000
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SUMMARY:ESU Fourth of July Summer Party 2024
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the English-Speaking Union’s 106th birthday\, we are hosting our annual 4th July summer party at our headquarters\, Dartmouth House\, in Mayfair. \nEnjoy cocktails\, great music\, appetisers\, and a night of unforgettable conversations! \nThe ticket price includes a drink and canapé upon arrival. \nThis is an opportunity to celebrate all the amazing work done by our members\, volunteers\, alumni and internal staff over the year. \nBefore our party begins\, we are honoured to welcome Moovida Académie\, sponsored by ESU-Aix Marseille. Following a debut performance at Marseille’s Théâtre de la Mer\, Moovida Académie brings Red\, Black\, and Ignorant to Dartmouth House. Tickets for this one-off performance and our Fourth of July party start at just £30. Please click the link here for more information. \nCheck out the Showtime Photo Booth that we used for our Fourth of July celebrations last year!  They are the first place to go to for 360 Photo Booth Hire.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/fourthofjulysummerparty/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240704T180000
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SUMMARY:'Red\, Black and Ignorant' - a play by Moovida
DESCRIPTION:Following a debut performance at Marseille’s Théâtre de la Mer\, Moovida Académie brings Red\, Black\, and Ignorant to Dartmouth House on 4 July. \nThis highly relevant\, dystopian play\, first performed at the Barbican in 1996\, looks at the aftermath of a nuclear holocaust with drama and sensitivity. \nIt is the fruit of a partnership that started with an English Summer School sponsored by Nick Hill’s Aix-Marseille Branch. Three years later\, with the support of the US and British Embassies in Paris\, Moovida Académie boasts a vibrant English language section. \nNassim Bouguezzi\, a Moovida alumnus with a successful TV and cinema career\, will lead the cast in London. \nAfter the performance\, we are hosting our annual Fourth of July party in honour of the ESU’s Birthday. Tickets for both the play and the party start at just £30. Please click the link below for more information. \nThe Play: \nRed\, Black and Ignorant is the first opus of the War Plays’ trilogy\, by the British playwright Edward Bond. Originally published in 1985\, during the late Cold War\, the plays bear Hiroshima’s sequels and the fear of nuclear war. Inspired by agitprop partisan theatre\, the nine acts of the play display essential aspects of life\, yet always jousting with paradoxes (Learning\, Love\, Eating\, Selling\, Working…) \nMoovida Académie: \nThis rendition of Red\, Black and Ignorant is produced by Ph’Art et Balises\, a non-profit organisation that has been based in Marseilles’ most deprived areas for 17 years. Its mission is to tackle the deficit of education in priority education zones\, which strikes even more art and culture careers: audiovisual\, cinema\, performing art and music. Each year\, Moovida Cinema and Theatre Academy assists one hundred talented young people from Marseille\, through an alternative training course on cinema\, audiovisual and performing arts careers\, that requires no degree. This project shines a light on the creative potential present in Marseille.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/redblackandignorant/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T123000
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SUMMARY:London Branch: Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 \nComplete and updated ESU book club reading list for 2025 \nJan – Feb: Wide Sargasso Sea\, by Jean Rhys \nFeb – March: I served the King of England – Bohumil Hrabal \nMarch – April: Chéri – Colette \nApril- May: Flowers for Algernon – Daniel Keyes \nMay – June: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJune – July: The Day of the Triffids – John Wyndham \nJuly – August: All Passion Spent – Vita Sackville-West  \nAug – Sept: The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown \nSept – Oct: Orbital – Samantha Harvey \nOct – Nov: Letters in a Suitcase – Douglas\, Dorothy and Muriel Heelas \nNov – Dec: A Far Cry from Kensington – Muriel Spark \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-book-club/2024-06-19/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240617T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240617T203000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Elizabeth Uviebinené
DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Uviebinené is the award-winning author of five books including the bestselling Slay In Your Lane and she’ll be joining us to discuss her incredible career success and her new app\, Storia. \nOur minds have never been so active\, processing everything from content to conversations\, the mundane to cherished memories\, aspirations\, and worries. Basically\, we’re overstimulated and living on autopilot. \nConsequently\, the modern world is now a feedback device; it seeks to tell us who we are\, what we should be\, and what we should dream about. And it is loud. So loud\, in fact\, most of us have lost sight of our true\, authentic selves. \nBut our inner voice is the engine room of our lives. It requires nurturing. So Elizabeth built Storia\, a journalling app designed to help you create your own world and capture the 6\,000 thoughts we all have every single day. \nJoin us as we meet Elizabeth to discuss how she’s used journaling and idea capture to drive her personal and professional success.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/an-evening-with-elizabeth-uviebinene/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240614T173000
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SUMMARY:ESU Performing Shakespeare Grand Final 2024
DESCRIPTION:The English-Speaking Union invites you to join us at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse at Shakespeare’s Globe for the Grand Final of the ESU Performing Shakespeare Competition on Friday\, 14 June. The Performing Shakespeare Competition is a chance for schools across the country to practice their oracy and drama skills. Schools have been competing in heats across the country to secure a place in the grand final at the San Wanamaker Playhouse. \nPlease note\, if you are attending as an audience member\, you consent to photos/videos being shared on our social media. If you are booking with students\, please ensure to fill out copies of our photo permission forms; these are attached with the draw\, or can be requested through competition@esu.org.  \nAudience members are permitted to arrive at 13.40 before moving into the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse at 14:20 in preparation for the performances to begin at 14.30. Please arrive between 13.40-14.20. Audience members and non-competing students will not be permitted to join the tour of Shakespeare’s Globe or the acting workshop prior to the Grand Final. For those who are unable to attend live\, the event will be live-streamed on our YouTube channel via the link here. 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/esu-performing-shakespeare-grand-final-2024/
LOCATION:Sam Wanamaker Theatre\, Shakespeare’s Globe\, Sam Wanamaker Playhouse\, 21 New Globe Walk\, Bankside\, London\, SE1 9DT
CATEGORIES:Competition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T123000
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SUMMARY:London Branch: Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 \nComplete and updated ESU book club reading list for 2025 \nJan – Feb: Wide Sargasso Sea\, by Jean Rhys \nFeb – March: I served the King of England – Bohumil Hrabal \nMarch – April: Chéri – Colette \nApril- May: Flowers for Algernon – Daniel Keyes \nMay – June: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJune – July: The Day of the Triffids – John Wyndham \nJuly – August: All Passion Spent – Vita Sackville-West  \nAug – Sept: The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown \nSept – Oct: Orbital – Samantha Harvey \nOct – Nov: Letters in a Suitcase – Douglas\, Dorothy and Muriel Heelas \nNov – Dec: A Far Cry from Kensington – Muriel Spark \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-book-club/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240514T170000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
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SUMMARY:ESU Members' Event: Afternoon tea at the House of Lords
DESCRIPTION:The ESU’s annual Afternoon Tea at the House of Lords for members and alumni will take place on Tuesday\, 14 May 2024. This will be held during IPSC week and so the participants will be in attendance. \nThe event will take place in Cholmondeley Room and the House of Lords Terrace\, a classic menu of sandwiches\, tea and cakes served.  \nDress code: Lounge suits. \nAccessibility: If you have any special access requirements please contact us at events@esu.org no later than 2 weeks before the event so that we can liaise with the House of Lords. \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/esu-members-event-afternoon-tea-at-the-house-of-lords-2/
LOCATION:The House of Lords
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240513T150000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20231212T154514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T100912Z
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SUMMARY:Salisbury Branch: The Roman Army at Old Sarum – Finds\, Fact & Fiction with John Smith
DESCRIPTION:Join ESU Salisbury branch for a discussion on the Roman army at the White Hart Hotel\, Salisbury. \nA living history talk\, describing a set of Roman Legionary soldiers’ equipment from helmet crest from cross. All items that John Smith will be using to bring history to life are copies of examples found as archaeological finds. \nJohn will provide a personal experience of what the ‘kit’ can and cannot achieve. His talk will also include important items such as money\, writing\, measurement\, and pottery. \nTo book please email Julia Tibbs at ESUSalisbury-EventsSec@esu.org.  \nTickets: £28 for lecture and lunch\, £12 for lecture only.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/salisbury-branch-the-roman-army-at-old-sarum-finds-fact-fiction-with-john-smith/
LOCATION:White Hart Hotel\, 1 St John's Street\, Salisbury\, England\, SP1 2SD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240424T203000
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SUMMARY:Geopolitical Series: Understanding Latin American Security
DESCRIPTION:Geopolitical Risk Series: Understanding Latin American Security \nCome and join us for an engaging discussion on Latin American security\, as part of our new series on Geopolitical Risk \nThis event will bring expert\, Dr Irene Mia\, Senior Fellow for Latin America\, and Conflict\, Security & Development at the International Institute for Strategic Studies to Dartmouth House. \nDr Mia will talk about the current security dynamics in the region. She will discuss the impact of drug trafficking and armed conflict trends on the strength of institutions and democracy in the region. Whilst also touching upon criminal governance and the transformation of criminal groups into political actors and providers of governance and services to the local population. \nWhether you’re a student\, a professional\, or simply interested in the topic\, this is a great opportunity to learn and network with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss a chance to gain valuable insights and perspectives on Latin American security. \nLive streaming options are available\, please see the ticket link below.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/geopolitical-series-understanding-latin-american-security/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240417T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240417T203000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20240306T164004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T164004Z
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SUMMARY:Lord Lieutenant Julie Spence in conversation with Alastair Niven
DESCRIPTION:Lord-lieutenant of Cambridgeshire Julie Spence is in conversation with Alastair Niven. \nContinuing this popular series of ESU Conversations\, Alastair Niven will explore the trajectory of Julie’s career in these important public offices. The role of Lord-lieutenant is mirrored across the UK. Julie Spence stands in for the King at any events or duties where it is appropriate for him to be represented. It will be the first of a new occasional series exploring aspects of monarchy in Britain\, how it works and what are its challenges today. \nLord-lieutenant Julie Spence’s Bio: \nJulie Spence has had a long and industrious career spanning nearly four decades. In 2010 she received the Queens Police Medal\, followed in 2021 when she received the Commander of Order of St John for her services to the St John’s Ambulance and the Order of St John. Julie was awarded an OBE in the Queen’s 80th Birthday honours for her management of complex and contentious organisational issues. As well as her strong leadership and determination in taking forward the Gender Agenda and the development of the British Association of Women Policing. Along with many other important achievements during her career. \nWe are honoured to have Julie join us for this evening of special and insightful conversation.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/lord-lieutenant-julie-spence-in-conversation-with-alastair-niven/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240417T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240417T123000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20190701T185151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T155058Z
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SUMMARY:London Branch: Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 \nComplete and updated ESU book club reading list for 2025 \nJan – Feb: Wide Sargasso Sea\, by Jean Rhys \nFeb – March: I served the King of England – Bohumil Hrabal \nMarch – April: Chéri – Colette \nApril- May: Flowers for Algernon – Daniel Keyes \nMay – June: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJune – July: The Day of the Triffids – John Wyndham \nJuly – August: All Passion Spent – Vita Sackville-West  \nAug – Sept: The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown \nSept – Oct: Orbital – Samantha Harvey \nOct – Nov: Letters in a Suitcase – Douglas\, Dorothy and Muriel Heelas \nNov – Dec: A Far Cry from Kensington – Muriel Spark \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-book-club/2024-04-17/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240408T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240408T150000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20231212T155433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T112716Z
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SUMMARY:Salisbury Branch: The parting of the desert- the building of the Suez Canal with Stephen Carr-Smith
DESCRIPTION:The building of the Suez Canal was both a marvel of engineering construction and the symbolic meeting of East and West. It was the vision of Ferdinand de Lesseps\, a French diplomat\, who with his enthusiasm for the project won the vital backing of Louis Napoleon\, whose perseverance overcame the British Prime Minister’s determination to prevent the Canal’s completion; and whose friendship with an 11-year-old Egyptian boy\, with a craving for spaghetti\, paid dividends. \nIt was de Lesseps’ pioneer spirit that eventually saw the project completed in 1869\, after 15 years of ceaseless effort\, both in planning and in construction.  But he did it\, and the desert was parted. \nTo book on this talk please contact Julia Tibbs and ESUSalisbury-EventsSec@esu.org and she will be able to provide further information.  \nTickets: £28 for lecture and lunch\, £12 for lecture only.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/salisbury-branch-the-parting-of-the-desert-building-of-the-suez-canal-with-stephen-carr-smith/
LOCATION:White Hart Hotel\, 1 St John's Street\, Salisbury\, England\, SP1 2SD\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salisbury and Wiltshire branch":MAILTO:esusalisbury-eventssec@esu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240325T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240325T140000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20240307T162032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T162032Z
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SUMMARY:South Wales Branch Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join the South Wales branch of the ESU at the Cardiff City Stadium for a lunch time conversation with Dr John Geraint and Roy Noble. There will also be an opportunity to hear from the chairman of the ESU\, Miles Young. \nDr John Geraint will be talking about ‘Making History on Film and in Print.’ He will be introduced by Welsh TV and radio personality Roy Noble. \nThe event will take place in the Ricoh Suite of Cardiff City Stadium and you can book your place by emailing Stephen Purcell on esuswb@gmail.com. Tickets including lunch will cost £38. \nFor the first time\, this event will be livestreamed worldwide. You can register for free livestreaming tickets via the link here and below. 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/south-wales-branch-lunch/
LOCATION:Cardiff City Stadium\, Leckwith Road\, Cardiff\, CF11 8AZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T203000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20240130T141234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T141234Z
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SUMMARY:ESU Quiz Night
DESCRIPTION:Brush up on your general knowledge and join us for the annual ESU Quiz night! Eight teams of up to eight people will battle it out to win the top prize of the evening\, a Dartmouth House bar tab worth £60! Each team will tackle a variety of topics across different themed rounds. \nThere will be a maximum of 8 people per team. However\, you do not need a team to participate\, come along by yourself and find your team on the night. This event is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with fellow members\, volunteers and friends all whilst helping to support the ESU’s vital educational programmes. \nThe Dartmouth House bar will be open from 6pm and the quiz will begin at 7 pm sharp. \nTickets are £5 for a single ticket and £40 for a team of 8.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/esu-quiz-night/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Oracy,ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240320T123000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20190701T185151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T155058Z
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SUMMARY:London Branch: Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 \nComplete and updated ESU book club reading list for 2025 \nJan – Feb: Wide Sargasso Sea\, by Jean Rhys \nFeb – March: I served the King of England – Bohumil Hrabal \nMarch – April: Chéri – Colette \nApril- May: Flowers for Algernon – Daniel Keyes \nMay – June: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJune – July: The Day of the Triffids – John Wyndham \nJuly – August: All Passion Spent – Vita Sackville-West  \nAug – Sept: The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown \nSept – Oct: Orbital – Samantha Harvey \nOct – Nov: Letters in a Suitcase – Douglas\, Dorothy and Muriel Heelas \nNov – Dec: A Far Cry from Kensington – Muriel Spark \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-book-club/2024-03-20/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240311T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240311T150000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20231212T154108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T100409Z
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SUMMARY:Salisbury Branch: Music of the English Country Church with Frances Howard
DESCRIPTION:Join the Salisbury Branch of the ESU for a talk on the history of the Music of the English Country Church at the White Hart Hotel\, hosted by Frances Howard. \n‘Music of the English Parish Church’ is a subject which brings to life a music tradition that is under the radar of most books about music. Great musical achievements do not arrive ‘oven ready’\, Handel’s Messiah or Beethoven’s 5th Symphony need singers and orchestras who can perform these works. \nFrances’ talk will show that Church music based on rational ideas\, musical modes\, language and liturgy led to the great works in England and on the continent. The recorded examples which we will hear will be in historical order with references to the Saxon churches in and around Salisbury. \nThe publication of Hymns Ancient & Modern in 1861 went into churches\, schools and hospitals all over the world and was a landmark in English culture. Frances will explain the links it had with the Book of Common Prayer and the search for ancient sources by the Editor. \nTo book please email Julia Tibbs at ESUSalisbury-EventsSec@esu.org. \nTickets: £28 for lecture and lunch\, £12 for lecture only.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/salisbury-branch-music-of-the-english-country-church-with-frances-howard/
LOCATION:White Hart Hotel\, 1 St John's Street\, Salisbury\, England\, SP1 2SD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salisbury and Wiltshire branch":MAILTO:esusalisbury-eventssec@esu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240305T203000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20240115T144223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T144223Z
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SUMMARY:An evening with Helen Russell
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to be joined on Tuesday\, 5 March for an insightful evening with TedX speaker Helen Russell. Helen’s new book ‘How to Raise a Viking\,’ will be released on 15\, February and this talk at the ESU will touch on all aspects of her book\, as well as her new lifestyle. \nAfter a decade of living in Denmark and raising a family there\, author and speaker Helen Russell noticed that Nordic children are different to children back home. They eat differently. They learn differently. They run\, jump and climb out in nature for hours a day\, even though the weather is terrible and dark from October to March. And then they grow up to be some of the happiest adults on the planet. Her question was: ‘how?’ Helen will unpack this complex question in her talk at the ESU. \nHelen will discuss the important part that oracy has played in her career and how oracy can be used to foster happiness in children\, not just in Danish societies but across the world. \nAbout Helen: \nFormerly editor of marieclaire.co.uk turned Scandinavia correspondent for the Guardian\, her first book\, The Year of Living Danishly\, became an international bestseller\, and optioned for television. She’s the author of five books\, translated into 21 languages. Helen now writes for magazines and newspapers globally\, including The Times\, The Sunday Times\, the Telegraph\, the Independent\, National Geographic\, Wall Street Journal\, the Observer\, Grazia and Stylist. She lives in Denmark with three children and an unruly dog.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/an-evening-with-helen-russell/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Oracy,ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240221T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240221T123000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20190701T185151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T155058Z
UID:9134-1708513200-1708518600@www.esu.org
SUMMARY:London Branch: Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 \nComplete and updated ESU book club reading list for 2025 \nJan – Feb: Wide Sargasso Sea\, by Jean Rhys \nFeb – March: I served the King of England – Bohumil Hrabal \nMarch – April: Chéri – Colette \nApril- May: Flowers for Algernon – Daniel Keyes \nMay – June: Braiding Sweetgrass – Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJune – July: The Day of the Triffids – John Wyndham \nJuly – August: All Passion Spent – Vita Sackville-West  \nAug – Sept: The Boys in the Boat – Daniel James Brown \nSept – Oct: Orbital – Samantha Harvey \nOct – Nov: Letters in a Suitcase – Douglas\, Dorothy and Muriel Heelas \nNov – Dec: A Far Cry from Kensington – Muriel Spark \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/london-branch-book-club/2024-02-21/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240212T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240212T150000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20231212T152600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T100131Z
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SUMMARY:Salisbury Branch: The Bustard Story
DESCRIPTION:Join the Salisbury Branch of the ESU for a talk on the Great Bustard\, a once-extinct population of birds in Wiltshire.  The talk will take place from 11am at the White Hart Hotel\, Salisbury \nDavid Waters’ founded the Great Bustard group in 1998 and his talk will give a brief history of the Great Bustard\, why it is important\, and how the project was undertaken. The story involves working with UK\, Russian and Spanish governments\, how David worked as an office cleaner on evening shifts to pay rent on the nature reserve\, and meeting with various members of the Royal Family. \nThe main theme is of course the Great Bustard itself\, the heaviest flying bird in the world and Wiltshire County Bird. \nIf you would like to book please email Julia Tibbs on ESUSalisbury-EventsSec@esu.org. \nTickets: £28 for lecture and lunch\, £12 for lecture only. \n 
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/salisbury-branch-the-bustard-story/
LOCATION:White Hart Hotel\, 1 St John's Street\, Salisbury\, England\, SP1 2SD\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salisbury and Wiltshire branch":MAILTO:esusalisbury-eventssec@esu.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240211T010000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20240105T105424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T100502Z
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Ball: 7 deadly sins
DESCRIPTION:The ESU presents a celebration of love with an alluring twist this Valentine’s Day weekend. On Saturday\, 10 February\, Dartmouth House\, the ESU and Cocktails & Conversations will host an enchanting ball\, transforming each room to represent one of the 7 Deadly Sins. \nPrepare to be captivated by immersive experiences and thrilling performances\, indulge in drinks and decadent delights\, and dance the night away to DJs. \nLet your imagination run wild with the dress code\, from smart dresses to ball gowns or black– tie – and even better if all in red!
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/valentines-day-ball-7-deadly-sins/
LOCATION:The English-Speaking Union\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T203000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20231218T104812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T152326Z
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SUMMARY:Why Geopolitics matters: a talk by Robert Ward
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of informative and exciting conversation with Robert Ward\, Japan Chair and Director of Geo-economics and Strategy at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS). Robert will be discussing why geopolitics matters and providing an overview of key geopolitical issues affecting today’s world. \nThe talk will begin at 6.30pm and guests are welcome to arrive from 6pm. The talk will be followed by networking in the Dartmouth House bar. \nRoberts Bio: \nRobert Ward is the IISS Japan Chair\, carrying out independent research and writing extensively on strategic issues related to Japan\, including its contemporary security and foreign policies. He is also co-author of a book on Japan for the IISS’s Adelphi series: Japan’s Effectiveness as a Geo-economic Power. He also leads the Institute’s  Geo-economics\, Geopolitics and Strategy research programme\, which focuses on a range of issues including global economic governance\, rules and standards setting\, and how economic coercion impacts policy at a national and corporate level. \nPrior to joining the IISS in 2019\, Robert was Editorial Director at The Economist Intelligence Unit\, a sister company of The Economist Newspaper. In this capacity\, he led the EIU’s country and industry analysis and forecasting teams. He was also a member of the EIU’s Executive Committee. Robert lived and worked in Japan from 1989 to 1996\, latterly holding a position in Japan’s largest credit-rating agency\, The Japan Bond Research Institute. Robert holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Cambridge University. \nPrice: £7 for members\, £12 for non-members\, members live streaming free\, non-members live streaming £5
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/why-geopolitics-matters-a-talk-by-robert-ward/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Oracy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240205T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240205T144500
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20231117T125334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T142043Z
UID:8380-1707141600-1707144300@www.esu.org
SUMMARY:Historical Tour of Dartmouth House
DESCRIPTION: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  \nFrom 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.  \nThe tour will last approximately 45 minutes. \nDartmouth House is a Grade II*–listed building and\, regrettably\, has limited disabled access. We will try to facilitate access so please do email events@esu.org with any specific enquiries.
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/tour-of-dartmouth-house-2/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240123T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240123T203000
DTSTAMP:20250320T103357
CREATED:20240112T094632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T095111Z
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SUMMARY:Release & Revitalise: An evening of women’s wellness
DESCRIPTION:The ESU\, Dartmouth House\, The Merit Club and breathwork mentor Sarah Hyde are joining forces for an evening of women’s wellness and connection. \nSurrounding the theme of releasing control\, we’re offering women a chance to take a break from their busy lives for a meditative breathwork session and guided open discussion in a safe\, supportive space. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore pop-up shops and giveaways from women’s wellness brands\, including DonDunk\, who will give exclusive access to their brand-new activewear launching in February. Nazani Tea will also educate guests on the medicinal benefits of tea for women’s wellness. \nItinerary: \n\n6:00 – 6:30 pm – Arrive for a wellness shot from Moju and browse the pop-up shops before settling on your mat in the tranquil setting of Dartmouth House’s long drawing room.\n6:30 – 7:30 pm – Sarah Hyde will lead an hour-long Conscious Connected Breathing session to help you tap into your innate capacity for relaxation and self-discovery.\n7:30 – 8:00 pm – we’ll open the floor for a facilitated open discussion on releasing control to start the conversations.\n8:00 – 9:00 pm – Continue connecting with the women in attendance and explore our pop-up shops and experiences.\n\nPlease wear comfortable gym clothes. This event is open to female members and guests only. \nWe look forward to hosting you for an evening of self-care!
URL:https://www.esu.org/event/release-revitalise-an-evening-of-womens-wellness/
LOCATION:Dartmouth House\, 37 Charles Street\, London\, England\, W1J 5ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:ESU Social
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