- DURATION 60 mins
Event Description
Robin Hood is a world famous figure and the subject of numerous books, paintings and films. A hero of everyday people, who resisted the oppressive regime of laws and taxes imposed by unscrupulous rulers, robbing from the rich to give money to the poor, living a life of freedom and companionship in Sherwood Forest. But how much of what we know is true - was there a real Robin Hood behind the legends? And were the events they depict a good reflection of medieval England?
This talk will explore the history behind the stories. We will be visiting sites in and around Nottingham that are linked to Robin Hood and his world to uncover the facts that the legends were based on. From the places and historical figures that crop up in the legends to the political framework of medieval England to the documented individuals suggested as the basis for Robin Hood, we’ll be separating fact from fiction and understanding why the legends emerged, the reality they represented and why they were – and still are – important.
- Duration: 60 mins
- Online Zoom event: Join from your computer, phone or tablet (no replay available)
Meet the Host, Ian Braisby
Ian has a degree in Commerce and German and worked for several years as a project manager and translator before deciding on a complete career change and qualifying as a tourist guide. He holds the Blue Badge, which is the UK’s highest tour guiding qualification and is a member of the Institute of Tourist Guides.
With a passion for sharing places and stories with people from around the world, he offers a combination of in-person tours, virtual tours, and presentations, in both English and German. He has a friendly and informal style and a flair for bringing history to life with anecdotes about people and events.
Preparing for the Event
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