The Making of the English Landscape. Autumn 26
Thursday 12.15-2.15
Prehistoric to Medieval period
For millennia humans have changed the physical appearance of the urban and rural landscape. Over three terms we will consider these adaptations from prehistoric monuments, Neolithic farming, the desertion of medieval settlements and how our great manorial estates evolved. Garden landscape design, the picturesque movement and the effect of rails and canals will feature, together with the military fortifications of the Second World War. Using local and national examples, focus will also be given to contested landscapes – trespass, national parks, riots, rallies and conflict. There will an opportunity to discuss what landscape means to you and visit some local sites.
Thursday 12.15-2.15
Prehistoric to Medieval period
For millennia humans have changed the physical appearance of the urban and rural landscape. Over three terms we will consider these adaptations from prehistoric monuments, Neolithic farming, the desertion of medieval settlements and how our great manorial estates evolved. Garden landscape design, the picturesque movement and the effect of rails and canals will feature, together with the military fortifications of the Second World War. Using local and national examples, focus will also be given to contested landscapes – trespass, national parks, riots, rallies and conflict. There will an opportunity to discuss what landscape means to you and visit some local sites.
Heather Butler
- Thu 24 Sep – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 1 Oct – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 8 Oct – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 15 Oct – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 22 Oct – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 12 Nov – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 19 Nov – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 26 Nov – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 3 Dec – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre
- Thu 10 Dec – 12:15pm 2:15pm | Bebington Civic Centre