We look at the evolution of cathedral buildings
Over five hundred years the great medieval cathedrals were built as the greatest single architectural achievement in terms of resources, space covered, design and craftsmanship. The lecture follows the evolution of cathedral building with particular reference to structural and aesthetic details together with the fascinating figures and events behind them.
How to book this event:
Visitors on the door £12. Cafe and doors open at 10.00.
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Mr Mark Cottle
Born on the Isles of Scilly and educated at Truro School, Cornwall, and Birmingham University. His career has been spent in education and training at home and abroad. He has lectured at Exeter College on Medieval and Tudor history, St Mark's & St John's University College, Plymouth, and at Bath University on Anglo Saxon and medieval England. Currently runs two small companies providing training and study breaks.
Mark Cottle
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