Hereford Arts Appreciation Society Programme 2022 

January 21st

My work as a Rural Concierge with Liz hill

Liz is the organiser of cultural visits - plays, concerts, stately homes and exhibitions are all part of her brief. 

February 18th 

The History of the May fair with Elizabeth Semper O'Keefe.

Elizabeth is the Cathedral's Archivist and last year mounted a fascinating exhibition tracing its evolution form its origin as a Cathedral revenue earner to present secular form. 

March 18th

Herefordshire's Hop Heritage with Marsha O'Mahony.

A well known local historian, Marsha has researched many aspects of Herefordshire life and has published several books, including one on the vital role of hop picking in the life of the country.

April 22nd (Note due to Easter this is the 4th Friday)

Words, Words, Words with Dorothy Nicolle

Dorothy visited Hereford 050 last year to talk about the origins of pub signs. This time she will look at the eccentricities of the English language.

May 20th

Inspired by the Marches and Beyond over Two Centuries with Allen Fisher

For many years a Senior Lecturer and Vice Principal at Manchester Metropolitan University. 

June 17th

The Malvern Water Cure with Cora Weaver

Well known as a history lecturer in Worcestershire, Cora will talk about the incredible treatments in Malvern's heyday as a Spa

July 15th

Victorian Churches and Other Architectural Gems of the Welsh Borders and West Midlands

semi-retired but still doing work for the Victorian Society, Tim will share his enthusiasm with the Hereford Arts Appreciation Society.