The first Stoke Newington History Talks event of 2024 had a full house, generating £643 for Shakespeare Walk Adventure Playground, bringing the total raised for 13 charities in the last 14 events to £8,789. 

The event sold out in 12 hours, with 90% of the tickets purchased in the first three hours. It’s great to see such a level of interest in local history, with many regular attendees now joining the events. The event featured talks on Butterfield Green’s history, the Jolly Butchers mural by Iain Bruce, and local Victorian photography studios by Rowan Lennon.

From Houses for Votes to a Public Park – The Creation of Butterfield Green by Amir Dotan

Caught in Time – A snapshot of Stoke Newington Photography Studios by Rowan Lennon

The Duchess of Devonshire and the Jolly Butchers – Uncovering a Faded Pub Artwork by Iain Bruce

Testimonials

Amir, another great history talk. I really enjoyed all the speakers. Keep them coming.

Elaine

Stoke Newington history and elections, and photography, an event designed for me!

Alex

As ever, entertaining & edifying. A fascinating evening.

Billy

Another great roundup of speakers & topics.

Breda

Another entertaining and illuminating evening. Thank you to all who make it so welcoming, enjoyable and possible. With competition for tickets getting on a par with a Taylor Swift gig … getting intense!

Peter