List of Events
John Crace – What the hell just happened?
The last 10 years of British politics has been one long psychodrama. The Scottish referendum. David Cameron’s surprise election win. Brexit. Theresa May. Boris Johnson. Liz Truss. Rishi Sunak. Keir Starmer. The UK’s politicians had rarely looked so clueless. Even with the new Labour government we are still rushing through several news cycles each day. John Crace, the Guardian’s much loved political sketchwriter, has had a ringside seat at all the main events so join him for an evening of…
Dave Rowntree
Join Dave Rowntree, drummer of Blur, for an unforgettable evening celebrating his new book No One You Know. For the first time, Dave shares untold stories from Blur’s early days, from friendships in Colchester, to life on tour, and the legendary Britpop rivalry with Oasis. Packed with candid photos from the book, this is your chance to see the moments that shaped one of the defining bands of the 1990s. Don’t miss this unique insight, told by the man behind…
Nigel Planer: Young Once at Ropery Hall
Nigel Planer, beloved as Neil the hippy from The Young Ones and a founding figure of the ‘80s alternative comedy scene, brings his memoir Young Once to life in a warm, sharply funny live show of storytelling. Alongside the laughs, he will reflect on the bittersweet moments behind the scenes - the friendships, fame and rivalries, and the winding path of a creative life. Woven throughout the show is a moving, often mischievous account of the long, on-off-on-again love story…
Attention All Shipping: A Celebration of the Shipping Forecast at Ropery Hall
“Dogger, Fisher, German Bight”: Charlie Connelly brings the shipping forecast vividly to life in this hilarious and moving celebration of an iconic cultural institution. Join Charlie as he explores the broadcast’s remarkable history, unlocks its beguiling mysteries and tells rip-roaring stories of his own adventures among the sea areas, ensuring the forecast will never sound the same again.
