Events - Friends of Wincobank Hill (Sheffield)

The Five Arthurs - a talk by David Anson (£2 includes refreshments)

The Arthur Legend is enduring and has many aspects. David will deal with five of them but is always glad to hear of any more. Come and find out more about the king who never was, but who has entered the British psyche and has had more influence than many real monarchs.

6.30 - 8.30pm Thursday 1st November 2012 at Upper Wincobank Chapel, Wincobank Avenue, Sheffield S5 6BB



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The Wincobank Hill Lantern Procession

Wednesday 14th November 2012 5pm from Uppoer Wincobank Chapel

Come and help us light up the hill. The this new and exciting event is being organised by the Friends of Wincobank Hill and Sheffield City Council Woodland and Ranger teams. Local schoolchildren have been making lanterns which they will carry during a walk in the woodlands around and up the hill and some enchanting visual interest is being planned. Park Rangers will be on hand to lead the way and share information about the area.

If you fancy a magical walk through our Ancient Woodland come and join us. Bring a torch and wrap up warm. Strong footwear advised. We regret the event is not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs due to the rough ground and steep hill. There will be hot drinks served at the Chapel afterwards. The event should finish by 7pm. For further information please phone 07980 143 776

There is a reserve date of the following Wednesday,November 21, in case of very bad weather.

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Event - Cartimandua, Queen of the Brigantes (Sheffield)

Friends of Wincobank Hill Invite you ton Cartimandua, Queen of the Brigantes a talk about the book by author Nicki Howarth

This is the first major study of Cartimandua, queen of the Brigantes tribe in Northern Britain in the first century AD. Little is known about the tribal ruler, who fought off rebellion and civil war and managed to keep her lands when many other British leaders were forfeiting theirs in the aftermath of the Roman conquest of AD 43. Her story is one of power, intrigue, scandal and accusations of betrayal and yet surprisingly she is a figure who is often overlooked and marginalised in studies of British history.

Thursday 1st December 20116.30pm refreshments, 7.00pm talk at Upper Wincobank Chapel, Wincobank Avenue, S5 6BB  Admission £2, pay on the door, Signed copies of the book will be available for purchase RRP £14.99

Seating is limited so please reserve a ticket in advance by phoning or texting 07980 143 776 with number of tickets required, your name and contact details.Tickets will be reserved for you until 6.45pm on the night.

Event - Wincobank Hill - The Facts! A Very Special FREE Event

4th August 2011 - Wincobank Hill - The Facts! A Very Special FREE Event

What's that?

If you want to find out the whole known story, so far, don't miss the next meeting of Friends of Wincobank Hill

Why? Because Sheffield City Council commissioned ArcHeritage to research all the historical information they could find and write it up into one huge report.

To save you having to read it all (and there is a lot of fascinating detail), the team will be giving a special Illustrated Talk at 7pm on Thursday 4th August.

Where? at Upper Wincobank Chapel, Wincobank Avenue, S5 6BB - a beautiful historic building.

Who for? Anyone who is interested, curious or even passionate about the Iron Age hill fort, the Ancient Woodland, the charcoal burners, the mines and the tips of Wincobank Hill. You don't need to be a member so bring your friends and family.

How much? FREE admission, thanks to Sheffield Heritage Wooodlands team. There will be an optional raffle in aid of Friends of Wincobank Hill.

Any need book? - No just come along. Refreshments will be served from 6.30pm

For further information please contact Adam Goodall, Woodlands Officer, Sheffield City Council Tel: 0114 205 3787 Email: adam.goodall@sheffield.gov.uk

Event - Secrets to be laid bare (Wincobank)

SECRETS of the historic Wincobank Hill in Sheffield will be laid bare at a free event on Thursday at 7pm,

The Upper Wincobank Chapel, Wincobank Avenue, is the venue for an illustrated talk with the Friends of Wincobank Hill.

It will cover the Iron Age hill fort, the ancient woodland, the charcoal burners, the mines and the tips of Wincobank Hill. Admission is free and there will be a raffle in aid of Friends of Wincobank Hill. For more information contact Adam Goodall, Woodlands Officer by email on adam.goodall@sheffield.gov.uk

From: http://www.thestar.co.uk/community/secrets_to_be_laid_bare_1_3634620