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The Hugenots - traces of a lost community

The Hugenots - traces of a lost community

13th November 2025

Uncover the full story of the Canterbury Hugenots,

Uncover the full story of the Canterbury Hugenots, 16th century refugees from religious persecution in Europe, who at one point made up over one third of Canterbury’s population, and revitalised the city’s fortunes with their weaving skills. Professor Jackie Eales and Clive Bowley will be jointly giving a talk exploring the personalities and history of some of these Huguenot families and looking the physical traces and topography of the weaving trade in the Blackfriars, Kingsmead and surrounding areas.

The talks, illustrated with historic photos, prints and map views, will attempt to uncover the nature of the weaving industry as it existed in Canterbury in the C.17th and C.18th

Details of the talk:

• Date / Time: Thursday 13th November 2025 - 6.30 for a 7.00 start

• Location: The talk will be held at the Dominican Guest House (Beerling Hall). Access from St Peters Lane, Canterbury

• Cost: Tickets - £10.00 - to include a glass of wine– Please pay at the door

• Booking: Booking is advised. Please contact Alan Roberton 7798645141 or spracanterbury@gmail.com

Tickets and Pricing

£10 including a glass of wine/soft drink

Location

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Address

The Hugenots - traces of a lost community off St Peter's Lane
CT1 2BP

Contact

spracanterbury@gmail.com 07798645141

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