Charles Dickens at Christmas
FROM DINGLEY DELL TO “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” - CHARLES DICKENS AND CHRISTMAS
VICKY BAILEY, London Blue Badge Guide. Volunteer at the British Museum Egyptian department.Has talked on BBC Radio 4 and written a book on the British monarchy.
This illustrated talk ranges from Dickensian Christmas stories to Traditional Victoria Christmas activities and the inspiration for ghost stories at Christmas. Perfect to get into the mood for Christmas.
How to book this event:
Free to members - available on-line and in person.
There are 100 free tickets for this event. Please see our facebook page.
If you do not have a free ticket, visitors on the door by voluntary donation. Doors and cafe open from 10.00am
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Mrs Vicky Bailey
I became a London Blue Badge Tourist Guide in 2005, receiving an award as the 'Best Guide in Gallery Exams'.
One of my main areas of interest is Ancient Egypt. I’ve studied hieroglyphs and carry out volunteer work in the Egyptian department at the British Museum. I lead specialist tours at relevant sites across London and also deliver lectures on this subject.
Highlights of my guiding career have included giving a talk on BBC Radio 4 about the execution site of Tyburn and writing a book on the British monarchy.
Mrs Vicky Bailey (507229)
London Blue Badge Guide. Volunteer at the British Museum Egyptian department.Has talked on BBC Radio 4 and written a book on the British monarchy.
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