In his ‘captivating, impeccably researched and endlessly entertaining’ (Russell Norman) new book, Vines in a Cold Climate, Henry Jeffreys introduces us to the characters who transformed English wine from the
Chris thrilled us last year with his insightful and informative talk about ceramics and the pottery industry in Rye. He is returning to talk about designing and building gardens at
This area of Sussex has a long and fascinating history in the production and harvesting of Hops. Hop Tokens were produced in Northiam from the late 18th century and hop
Canadian saxophonist David Zucchi and Spanish accordionist Iñigo Mikeleiz-Borrade bring their dynamic music-making to Rye. Reflecting their unusual pairing of instruments and different cultural backgrounds, these award-winning musicians perform a
When a party is riven with division people do not know what it stands for. Though both major parties have been subject to internal conflict over the years, it is
William Shaw has deservedly been called ‘a modern crime master’. He has been longlisted three times for the Theakston’s Crime Novel of the Year and shortlisted for the CWA
A whistle-stop tour through the life and work of this extraordinary Rye resident by his great granddaughter, Isabel Ryan. Landlord of Henry James and a gentleman sportsman, this founder member
Join acclaimed rugby writer Peter Bills for an affectionate history of the game published to coincide with France hosting the Rugby World Cup this year. From its origins in Le
Michael’s talk will be based on his books ‘Many Different Kinds of Love’ and ‘Getting Better’. He discusses illness and recovery, grief and healing and the incredible care he
Local Author, Miriam McGuirk was born in Dublin. Her Irish heritage means there has been a constant thread of writing and storytelling running through her life. Her latest book Second
We are delighted that Pat is returning to continue her insightful talks into the writers who lived and wrote in our area. Part 3 will explain how Rye and Romney
Jens opened his first chocolate shop in Rye just before the pandemic and expects to have 15 across the UK before the end of September. He is in conversation about
