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James Turner: Gamekeeper

James Turner: Gamekeeper

Date: Wed, 20th Nov 2024, 19:30 - 21:00

Venue: Charnwood Museum

* Please note the date has changed - this talk will now be taking place on Wednesday 20th November*

Born in Norfolk in 1794 James Turner would become Head Gamekeeper to Prince Albert at Windsor Great Park, a post he held for some 20 years until he was 'encouraged' to retire on 1st July 1861. He is buried in Loughborough cemetery but how did he and his family end up here? Join Mark to discover some of the answers on this work in progress detective story.

Doors will be open from 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start, please use the evening entrance on Granby Street.

Cost: Members £2. Non-members £4

Booking is essential for this event. Please call 01509 233754 to book a place or pop in to the museum

Tags: Family History, Friends of Charnwood Museum, Local History, Social History, Talk