Marburg: The Reformation and Northampton's Twin City

Ian Russell Lowell will be well known to many members as a regular lecturer and course leader at Knuston Hall. He has spoken on many subjects from the Ancient Egyptians and Hittites to the rise of the science fiction novel. This evening he will look at the pivotal cultural movement of the 16th century in Europe, the Reformation of the Church. Northampton was known as a town of radical religious thought, and its twin city of Marburg was no different - and what's more was in the heart of the Holy Roman Empire, which was dedicated to the protection of the Roman Catholic Church. And what has it all got to do with playing cards, snails and shoes?

These tickets are for personal attendance at Delapre Abbey ONLY. Zoom attendees do not require a ticket.

The meeting will begin at 7:30pm, with doors open about 7:15pm.

The talk is free to fully paid up members. Non-members can attend for £5.00, payable when you book your ticket. If you join on the night (£20 single membership, £30 for family) this will be deducted from your fee. Memberships taken out at the event cover the meeting and the rest of 2023.

Tea and coffee will be available in the Salon before the meeting. This is being arranged by the Delapre Abbey volunteers, and a donation box for payments will be provided.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Delapré Abbey, London Road, Northampton, United Kingdom