Join South Wales branch of the English-Speaking Union for their annual AGM and summer garden party. The event will be held at Gileston Manor. The AGM will commence at 5.00pm and the party will begin promptly at 5.30. Dress code is summer finery of your choice! We hope to see you all there and celebrate […]
Join Dr Matthew Green, author of Times Top 10 bestselling book, Shadowlands: A Journey through Lost Britain, for an immersive whirlwind tour of London’s original – and best – coffeehouses. Walk London’s Labyrinthine alleys and discover how the “bitter gruel” transformed the face of the City, brought people together, and inspired brilliant ideas that shaped […]
London Branch: James Raven talk on ‘The Oxford Illustrated History of the Book.’ Join Professor James Raven LittD FBA, Former Chair of the English-Speaking Union and Fellow of Magdalene College, University of Cambridge, as he reveals the history of books in all their various forms, from the ancient world to the digital present. As well […]
The English-Speaking Union and Dartmouth House in collaboration with the Legacy Club invites you to soak in the last moments of summer at our Italian-inspired celebration! Indulge in pasta and and cheers with Italian wine and beer while listening to live music and socialising in our courtyard. Tickets are £15 for members and £20 for […]
ESU Churchill-Public Speaking Judge training designed for judges to learn more about the competition and connect with one another.
The secret’s out! We’re hosting a Sofar sounds show on Friday, 22 September. Snag your tickets via the link below. The best part? The artists remain a mystery – you'll find out who they are when they take the mic! The first 7 ESU members who register for the event get free tickets using the […]
Join us on Thursday 28 September, for a networking evening with an energising twist! This event is in partnership with broken clock vodka and press coffee & co. They will be curating an exclusive menu of espresso martinis, cold brew negronis and mocktails just for this event at Dartmouth House! The £10 member and £15 […]
Judge Training designed for experienced judges and new volunteer judges to learn about ESU competitions and connect with one another.
The ESU are delighted to invite you to our upcoming debate at Dartmouth House, on Thursday, 19 October. As we increasingly rely on technology in our everyday lives, the question of online safety becomes more pressing. How do we navigate the delicate balance between technological advancement and our personal safety? The motion for this debate […]
Celebrate Black History Month with the London Branch on a walking tour of the hidden African and Caribbean history in Mayfair from the 1920s to the 2020s. This two-hour mobile history presentation by the expert guide from Black History Walks will offer some fascinating insights: from ancient African goddesses to black-owned business and high society […]
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