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SUMMARY:WALK – EXPANSION OF OLD AMERSHAM
DESCRIPTION:A fascinating walk\, led by a guide\, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. \n\nThe workhouses of Amersham\nCoaching inns and 18th and 19th century travel\nSocial housing\nCottage industries\nPost War development:\n    – Brazils factory to Tesco\n    – Gas Works to offices\n    – Bus Garage to retirement homes\n    – Workhouse to hospital\n\n1½ to 2 hours. \nWe strongly recommending booking your tickets in advance to guarantee your place on our walks. While we will do our best to accommodate people on the day\, places are subject to availability. \nNotes\nIf you would like to visit the museum on the same day as your walk\, this is possible from 12noon before the walk starts\, but there is not time after the walk finishes. \nIf you have queries about accessibility or routes\, please get in touch and we would be happy to provide you with detailed information. \nPlease make sure you have checked details before ordering tickets. It is necessary for the museum to charge a cancellation fee of £1 to cover credit card and administration costs.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/walk-expansion-of-old-amersham-9/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Guided Walks
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SUMMARY:Reminiscence Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our monthly reminiscence group where we share our stories and memories from the past. Everyone is welcome\, whether you are a long time Amersham resident\, new to the area\, or simply interested in meeting new people. We often look at objects from the museum’s collections to get us chatting\, talk about a particular theme\, or get involved in wider museum projects. These sessions are sociable\, stimulating and fun. \nThe sessions are free and last for around an hour and always include tea\, coffee and biscuits. \nYou are very welcome to bring a family member\, friend or carer. The sessions are held in our first floor room\, but there is lift access. Please get in touch if you have any queries 01494 723700 or info@amershammuseum.org.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/reminiscence-group-7/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Older People
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T233000
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SUMMARY:Singing Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our monthly session for a sing-a-long to much loved songs from the 20th century. Everyone is welcome\, and no musical experience is necessary. We sing for fun and as a sociable way to get together. \nThe FREE sessions are once a month on a Tuesday from 10am to 11.30am. Just drop in\, no need to book in advance. \nYou are very welcome to bring a family member\, friend or carer. The sessions are held in our first floor room\, but there is lift access. Please get in touch if you have any queries 01494 723700 or info@amershammuseum.org.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/singing-group-7/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Older People,Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250711T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250711T123000
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SUMMARY:Guided walk ‘Plants and Places’ – An Amersham amble
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Wild Amersham join local botanist Karen van Oostrum for a gentle walk around the lanes and fields of Old Amersham. \n\nDiscover the plants that grow on your doorstep\nLearn about the geography and history of your local landscape\nFind out how our use of the land has changed over the years\nEnjoy views over Old Amersham\n\nKaren in museum garden\nThis is the second of 3 walks in this series\, taking place in spring\, summer and autumn. Each walk follows the same route\, helping us to notice the seasonal changes as we progress through the year.  Note that the walk isn’t aimed specifically at families\, but children are welcome if they have an interest in local wildlife and history\, and would enjoy a walk packed full of information.” \nKaren has a love of plants and the environment\, and enjoys sharing this with others\, through courses and guided walks. A Biology graduate of Oxford University with a Ph.D. in wheat genetics\, Karen was Head of Education at Cambridge University Botanic Garden for several years\, and has worked with people of many ages from diverse backgrounds. \nThese days\, Karen works as an Associate Tutor for the Field Studies Council\, writing and delivering introductory courses in Botany\, and hosting school visits at FSC Amersham Field Centre. She volunteers with her local environment group\, leading guided walks and overseeing a Pollinator-Friendly Garden and Community Orchard.  Karen also helps to coordinate the Central Chilterns Botany Group.  \nWe strongly recommending booking your tickets in advance to guarantee your place on our walks. While we will do our best to accommodate people on the day\, places are subject to availability. \n  \nRough chervil\n  \nNotes \nIf you would like to visit the museum on the same day as your walk\, this is possible after the walk as it is open until 4.30pm. \nIf you have queries about accessibility or routes\, please get in touch and we would be happy to provide you with detailed information. \nPlease make sure you have checked details before ordering tickets. It is necessary for the museum to charge a cancellation fee of £1 to cover credit card and administration costs. \n 
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/guided-walk-plants-and-places-an-amersham-amble/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
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SUMMARY:WALK – EARLY DEVELOPMENT OF AMERSHAM OLD TOWN
DESCRIPTION:A fascinating walk\, led by a guide\, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. \n\nEarly history of Amersham\nLocal patronage and its influence\nParish church and its rectors\nBrewery and the maltings\nTown Mill and the Charter Fair\n17th century & Victorian almshouses\n\n1½ to 2 hours. \nWe strongly recommending booking your tickets in advance to guarantee your place on our walks. While we will do our best to accommodate people on the day\, places are subject to availability. \nNotes\nIf you would like to visit the museum on the same day as your walk\, this is possible from 12noon before the walk starts\, but there is not time after the walk finishes. \nIf you have queries about accessibility or routes\, please get in touch and we would be happy to provide you with detailed information. \nPlease make sure you have checked details before ordering tickets. It is necessary for the museum to charge a cancellation fee of £1 to cover credit card and administration costs.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/walk-early-development-of-amersham-old-town-10/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250714T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250714T113000
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SUMMARY:Reminiscence Group
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/reminiscence-group-10/
LOCATION:Amersham Library\, Chiltern Avenue\, HP6 5AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Older People
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250720T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250720T160000
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SUMMARY:WALK – EXPANSION OF OLD AMERSHAM
DESCRIPTION:A fascinating walk\, led by a guide\, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. \n\nThe workhouses of Amersham\nCoaching inns and 18th and 19th century travel\nSocial housing\nCottage industries\nPost War development:\n    – Brazils factory to Tesco\n    – Gas Works to offices\n    – Bus Garage to retirement homes\n    – Workhouse to hospital\n\n1½ to 2 hours. \nWe strongly recommending booking your tickets in advance to guarantee your place on our walks. While we will do our best to accommodate people on the day\, places are subject to availability. \nNotes\nIf you would like to visit the museum on the same day as your walk\, this is possible from 12noon before the walk starts\, but there is not time after the walk finishes. \nIf you have queries about accessibility or routes\, please get in touch and we would be happy to provide you with detailed information. \nPlease make sure you have checked details before ordering tickets. It is necessary for the museum to charge a cancellation fee of £1 to cover credit card and administration costs.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/walk-expansion-of-old-amersham-10/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Guided Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250726T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250726T164500
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SUMMARY:Guided Tudor Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a guided Tudor Walk to learn about life – and death – in 16th century Amersham \n\nFood and drink\nMarkets and fairs\nBuildings and burgage plots\nClothing and work\nHealth and cures\nReligious beliefs and the Lollard martyrs\n\nThese walks are led by guides in Tudor costume and start from the museum at 2.30pm on the last Saturday in each month (April to September).  \nThe walk visits the church (weddings permitting!) then leaves the town and follows field paths. It includes a steady climb\, which is taken slowly. Baby buggies have successfully managed the route and we did once get a mobility buggy up the hill! Be warned\, if you pay for parking\, that the walk usually lasts about 2¼ hours. \nWe strongly recommending booking your tickets in advance to guarantee your place on our walks. While we will do our best to accommodate people on the day\, places are subject to availability. \nNotes\nIf you would like to visit the museum on the same day as your walk\, this is possible from 12noon before the walk starts\, but there is not time after the walk finishes. \nIf you have queries about accessibility or routes\, please get in touch and we would be happy to provide you with detailed information. \nPlease make sure you have checked details before ordering tickets. It is necessary for the museum to charge a cancellation fee of £1 to cover credit card and administration costs.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/guided-tudor-walk-4/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Guided Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250727T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250727T160000
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SUMMARY:Lacemakers at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Come and see the traditional craft of bobbin lacemaking in action at Amersham Museum. Our volunteer lacemakers will demonstrate how bobbin lace is made there will be a chance to give it a go yourself\, ask questions\, and learn about the history of bobbin lacemaking in Amersham. Adults and children welcome\, normal museum entrance fee applies.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/lacemakers-at-the-museum-9/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Families,Adults,Workshop,Demonstration
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250727T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250727T160000
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SUMMARY:WALK – EARLY DEVELOPMENT OF AMERSHAM OLD TOWN
DESCRIPTION:A fascinating walk\, led by a guide\, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past. \n\nEarly history of Amersham\nLocal patronage and its influence\nParish church and its rectors\nBrewery and the maltings\nTown Mill and the Charter Fair\n17th century & Victorian almshouses\n\n1½ to 2 hours. \nWe strongly recommending booking your tickets in advance to guarantee your place on our walks. While we will do our best to accommodate people on the day\, places are subject to availability. \nNotes\nIf you would like to visit the museum on the same day as your walk\, this is possible from 12noon before the walk starts\, but there is not time after the walk finishes. \nIf you have queries about accessibility or routes\, please get in touch and we would be happy to provide you with detailed information. \nPlease make sure you have checked details before ordering tickets. It is necessary for the museum to charge a cancellation fee of £1 to cover credit card and administration costs.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/walk-early-development-of-amersham-old-town-11/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Guided Walks
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T120000
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SUMMARY:Urban Sketching
DESCRIPTION:Ages 14+. £10 per person (Max 10) \nJoin Adrian Porter for a unique Urban Sketching Workshop.  Urban Sketching means you sketch what you see where you live or visit; small details or grand sweeps of buildings; the people; the places.  Inspired by the buildings of historic Old Amersham you can practice on-location sketching and capturing the area from direct observation. \nAimed at teens and adults\, aged 14+. For beginners and more experienced sketchers. \nMaterials supplied but bring your own if you have some. (sketchbook\, pens / pencils\, watercolour\, folding stool is handy but not essential)
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/urban-sketching/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Families
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250730T153000
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SUMMARY:Terrific Tudor Crafts
DESCRIPTION:£5 per child (Max 10) \nMeet the Tudors and experience what life was like in 16th Century Amersham.  \nWe will be dressing up\, having a Tudor banquet in an original Tudor Hall House\, learning how to play Tudor games\, making Green Man masks and creating Tudor Rose subtleties.  The aim is to have fun\, try something new and immerse yourself in the past! \nPlease be aware that the subtleties are made from marzipan so not suitable for those with a nut allergy.
URL:https://amershammuseum.org/event/terrific-tudor-crafts/
LOCATION:Amersham Museum\, 49\, High Street\, Old Amersham\, HP7 0DP
CATEGORIES:Families
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