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Kathy Brown from the 1805 Club will tell the story of the historic journey from Falmouth to the Admiralty in London made by Lt John Lapenotiere in November 1805.He was bringing the official news of Britain’s victory in the Battle of Trafalgar, but with news of the death in action of Lord Nelson.
After sailing into Falmouth on HMS Pickle, he embarked on the 271-mile journey, which took him across the country from Cornwall to London. He passed through Whitchurch during his journey.
All tickets must be booked in advance. In aid of Living Weaving Heritage at the Mill
Please note tea and coffee will be available for donation. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Photograph by kind permission of kind permission of the 1805 Club. (c) Paul Clarke
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Whitchurch Silk Mill, 28 Winchester Street, , RG28 7AL Whitchurch, United Kingdom, 28 Winchester Street, Whitchurch, RG28 7AL, United Kingdom,Whitchurch, Hampshire
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