Previous Courses

Course Title: King Arthur, The History and the Legend
Course Description: A look through the various myths, legends and historical theories behind Britain's favourite king and his family and friends, trying and failing to distinguish serious history from enjoyable fiction, and looking at sources from Latin written at the time to the latest films.
Tutor: Jane Williams
Venue: King Edward Centre, King Edward Road, Chatteris, PE16 6NG
Day Of Week: Wednesday
Start Time: 10:00
Duration: 2.00 hrs
Date: 15/01/20
No. of Weeks: 8
Fee: £

Course Title: Famous Russian Women in World History and Culture
Course Description: Many remarkable Russian women made a considerable contribution to the Russian and world history and culture. An empress, a diplomat, a hussar, a poet, a ballet dancer and an opera singer - they all had extraordinary lives, full of hardships and pleasures, excitement and bewildering twists. How were their lives affected by different historical and political contexts? What was special about Soviet women and their relationship with the power? You will discover new names and unveil some mysteries about familiar historical figures.
Tutor: Marina Burrell
Venue: King Edward Centre, King Edwards Rd, Chatteris, PE16 6NG
Day Of Week: Wednesday
Start Time: 00:00
Duration: 2.00 hrs
Date: 15/09/21
No. of Weeks: 10
Fee: £50.00

Course Title: Amazons across the ages
Course Description: Looking at women warriors and military commanders throughout history, trying to strike a balance between chauvinism and feminism in favour of realism.
Tutor: Jane Williams
Venue: The King Edward Centre. Chatteris, PE16 6NG
Day Of Week:
Start Time: 10:00
Duration: 2.00 hrs
Date: 12/01/22
No. of Weeks: 10