23 - 29 June 2025 - Broad Chalke, Salisbury
Included
Step onto the high street with Annie Gray, one of Britain’s best-loved food historians, as she explores the fascinating evolution of our town centres. From medieval markets to bustling Victorian shops and modern retail precincts, Gray uncovers the stories, trends, and quirky details that have shaped our shopping habits and communities. Peering into grocers, tailors, and toyshops of the past, she’ll reveal a world both familiar and surprising. What does the high street’s past tell us about its future? Join this lively and insightful talk to find out.
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