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FAQs

What is new in the forthcoming programme?

The programme will still be presented by Russell and will comprise several episodes lasting for five months (August-December) but the overall programme will last longer (seven years, not five) and thus permit an investigation into more topics. Greater use of video and computer technology will also become apparent as the programme develops. There will also be greater integration of Shrewsbury within the context of national history and, where relevant, reference to other parts of Shropshire.

Do I need to book a whole series?

We cannot guaranteent tickets will be available

Why does this programme last for seven years, not five?

Since starting the first five-year programme, Russell has undertaken considerable research into the history of Shrewsbury, which has led to new insights and further nuances. These have been taken into account in the new programme and, whilst they could have been condensed into five years, Russell felt that this would exclude too much in the way of explanation or detail. Therefore, a seven-year programme has been developed.

Is there greater mention of places outside Shrewsbury?

There was an original concept of making this programme a history of Shropshire, but this would have made it far too unwieldy – after all, places like Oswestry and Ludlow deserve a history series all to themselves. Our programme does focus on Shrewsbury, but the new programme makes greater reference to other places in Shropshire than was the case in the first programme.

Will the fifth episode in a series still be about miscellaneous subjects?

No. Russell was never really happy with the fifth episode in any of the previous series, so the new programme incorporates all topics as part of the main narrative.

Will notes still be provided?

A shortened transcript of the presentations will be provided so that nobody has to take notes during the presentations. These will be handed out as usual either during the interval or at the end of the presentation. However, there will be no additional information with the notes, only a shortened transcript of the presentation. Any information that was in the notes for the first programme has now been incorporated into the main narrative.

FAQs

Will notes still be provided?

A shortened transcript of the presentations will be provided so that nobody has to take notes during the presentations. These will be handed out as usual either during the interval or at the end of the presentation. However, there will be no additional information with the notes, only a shortened transcript of the presentation. Any information that was in the notes for the first programme has now been incorporated into the main narrative.

Will the presentations still take place in the meeting room?

Yes. We can cater for a maximum of 30 people in the meeting room, which is usually enough for the number of people who attend each episode. It is also simpler to set up the technology in the meeting room than to have the exhibiting artist in the Great Hall move their exhibits and then for us to set up a screen display. Unfortunately, the meeting room is not accessible to some people because it is within a historic building. If this is an issue for anyone who would like to attend, then please get in touch with us.

Will the presentations be made available online?

Regrettably, this is not possible because of copyright issues

How do we get tickets?

You can get tickets for each presentation on Eventbrite or by clicking on the link within the websites for Shrewsbury Civic Society or Shrewsbury Historica. It may also be the case that tickets are available on the door on the day of the presentation, but this cannot be guaranteed and those with valid tickets bought online will take precedence.

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Does Shrewsbury Civic Society have other presentations?

Yes, we offer several presentations and tours throughout the year. To learn about them, go to the websites for Shrewsbury Civic Society or Shrewsbury Historica

FAQs

Will notes still be provided?

A shortened transcript of the presentations will be provided so that nobody has to take notes during the presentations. These will be handed out as usual either during the interval or at the end of the presentation. However, there will be no additional information with the notes, only a shortened transcript of the presentation. Any information that was in the notes for the first programme has now been incorporated into the main narrative.

Will the presentations still take place in the meeting room?

Yes. We can cater for a maximum of 30 people in the meeting room, which is usually enough for the number of people who attend each episode. It is also simpler to set up the technology in the meeting room than to have the exhibiting artist in the Great Hall move their exhibits and then for us to set up a screen display. Unfortunately, the meeting room is not accessible to some people because it is within a historic building. If this is an issue for anyone who would like to attend, then please get in touch with us.

Will the presentations be made available online?

Regrettably, this is not possible because of copyright issues

How do we get tickets?

You can get tickets for each presentation on Eventbrite or by clicking on the link within the websites for Shrewsbury Civic Society or Shrewsbury Historica. It may also be the case that tickets are available on the door on the day of the presentation, but this cannot be guaranteed and those with valid tickets bought online will take precedence.

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Does Shrewsbury Civic Society have other presentations?

Yes, we offer several presentations and tours throughout the year. To learn about them, go to the websites for Shrewsbury Civic Society or Shrewsbury Historica