CLUB EVENTS
November
The Journey of the Unknown Warrior: Walking Tour Starting at Victoria Station Wednesday 4 November, 1.00-3.30pm The Unknown Warrior was laid to rest on 11 November 1920, the second anniversary of the WWI armistice. The body of the British soldier, who died on the Western Front, was drawn through the streets of London past the newly unveiled Cenotaph to Westminster Abbey. Join us to walk the route the cortege took and learn how Remembrance became part of British life. For more details please visit the Events section of the Club website.
The Cold War’s Most Notorious Spies Online Tuesday 10 November, evening talk The Portland Spy Ring was one of the most dangerous KGB espionage rings to operate during the Cold War. November 2020 marks the 60th anniversary of the breakthrough which enabled MI5 to identify the final two spies in the Ring. The remarkable full story is told in a new book, Dead Doubles by Cambridge University historian and former BBC reporter, Trevor Barnes, who will be in conversation with Professor Rory Cormac. For more details please visit the Events section of the Club website.
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Caviar Talk & Tasting with the Queen of Caviar, Laura King Online Monday 16 November, 7.00-7.45pm
Piano Concert by Candlelight with Nicholas McCarthy Woodcote Park Friday 27 November, 7.30-10.30pm
King’s Fine Food has been sourcing the finest caviar for more than two decades. Founder Laura King is the UK’s leading caviar expert and nicknamed the Queen of Caviar. Sample five varieties of exquisite caviar at this virtual event, which guarantees to be both a mouthwatering and an educational experience. M&G: £70.00 Includes: Talk, tasting of five varieties of caviar and a complimentary mother of pearl spoon. Members will need access to Zoom to take part.
Join award-winning concert pianist Nicholas McCarthy for an evening of classical piano music. Fresh from presenting his recent BBC Radio 3 programme, he will perform an array of classical piano music with pieces chosen to represent two centuries of music for left hand alone. M: £72.00 G: £83.00 Includes: Welcome glass of champagne, three-course dinner with wine, piano recital Dress code: Jacket and tie
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