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The Edward Jenner Museum
For Immediate Release
20/01/10
What has Berkeley Ever Done for Us?
Tim Davies, of Copper Phoenix Heritage will be giving a talk “Berkeley: A Town that Changed the World” on Thursday 28th January at the Old Cyder House in Berkeley. This will be the first of The Old Cyder House Talks for 2010, on interesting and diverse subjects. Tim Davies will be highlighting Berkeley’s significant contributions to world history in an informal way on a winter’s evening.
What has the Gloucestershire town ever done for the rest of the World? Well it’s most famous son invented immunology, inhabitants colonised America, started wars and there is an ongoing contribution today through archaeological discoveries. Tim Davies who runs Copper Phoenix, a heritage marketing and business consultancy has worked in Berkeley since 2006 on the Berkeley Estate and at The Edward Jenner Museum. He has put together an affectionate tribute to the town and its significant influence on world events, especially as the Town’s profile will be raised this year, the 30th Anniversary of the eradication of Smallpox, made possible by the town’s most famous son, Edward Jenner. Apart from Jenner, expect reference to the town from prehistoric times, through Roman and Saxons, Vikings and up to the present today
Tim Davies said, There are plenty of historians who can give a more in depth talk on dates, times and events, connected with Berkeley, I want to highlight the vast influence that such a small town in Gloucestershire has over us all. It is really out of all proportion to the town’s size and population!
Organised by The Edward Jenner Museum, the Old Cyder House talks are increasing in popularity, so reserve your tickets soon. The Berkeley talk will cost £8 per person including a glass of wine.
Sarah Parker, Museum Director said: We are proud of Berkeley’s complex heritage and feel that the town should be far better known worldwide. Tim’s talk will hopefully point out the need to highlight Berkeley’s many achievements!
More information can be found on the museum website, www.jennermuseum.com where there is also information on hiring The Old Cyder House and about other events at the Museum. Bookings for all the talks can be made in advance by calling 01453 810631 or emailing info@edwardjenner.co.uk
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Notes to Editors:
THE OLD CYDER HOUSE, Berkeley, Gloucestershire
1) The Old Cyder House is at Dr Edward Jenner’s former home, The Chantry, in Berkeley, Gloucestershire. Dr Jenner lived in the house from 1785-1823, and it was from here that he pioneered the world-changing vaccination against Smallpox.
The Old Cyder House is available for training, conferences, business meetings, product launches and exhibitions throughout the year and is situated in the Old Coach House, where cider was originally brewed, hence the name.
Ticketing details/costs & further information, please see: www.jennermuseum.com
General information and booking: info@edwardjenner.co.uk
For further information, interviews or image requests please contact:
Sarah Parker
Director
Email: director@edwardjenner.co.uk
Tel: 01453 810 631
Fax: 01453 811 690
Copper Phoenix Ltd
Copper Phoenix was set up to specifically work with heritage organisations, museums and visitor attractions of all sizes requiring heritage advice. It offers solutions for businesses that may not be able to afford (or want) a full time marketeer, those that need advice on how their operation is perceived to the public, require guidance and assistance with developing specific projects or simply to increase visitor numbers and awareness.
Contact: Tim Davies
Email: tim@copperphoenix.co.uk
Tel: 07919914512
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