Aldershot and all about it - a walk in the park with Marianne Young
Muncipal Gardens, Grosvenor Road, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU11 1DP
Dearest Gentle Reader...
"A great truth, and one that it would be well to remember by all who tread the byways of life, with all its bustle of drums, bands, and red-coats, a day in the camp at Aldershot, would not be found far more tiresome."
In 1857 Marianne Young wrote about her experiences in Aldershot Camp as it developed into a new town. With cutting insights and gossip about the state of society, she could be considered the "Lady Whistledown" of her age.
The promenade performance will start at Arlington Terrace and walk the length of the Park. It is outdoors the whole time, so please bring comfortable shoes and protection against the weather. The route will be accessible as we walk the main route and small scenes off the path towards trees.
This new performance is written by Sammy Stacey and Carolyn Drever. The original 'Aldershot and All About it' play has been adapted and will be performed by Torchlight Heritage.
Samantha Jayne Hunt Stacey is a writer with a special interest in memoir and local history. She was born and grew up in Aldershot and she has spent most of her life there. You can read her blog at: samanthajhstacey.wordpress.com. Carolyn Drever is a writer and a teacher with a special interest in English and Outdoor Learning. She began teaching creative writing 30 years ago, has taught in universities and schools, and worked on projects with the Field Studies Council, the Wildlife Trusts and EU Erasmus+. You can read her blog at: www.littlebirdsaid.org.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 21 September:
- Performances at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm
Location & directions
Muncipal Gardens, Grosvenor Road, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU11 1DP
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Pre-booking is required through the Torchlight Heritage website.
- Booking website:
- https://torchlighttours.com/events/detail/torchlight-tour-aldershot-and-all-about-it
Accessibility details
Please check the individual venue’s website directly for further information.
Additional information
This event is part of the Rushmoor Heritage Festival, celebrating aviation, military and local heritage across Aldershot and Farnborough. For the full programme, please visit www.rushmoor.gov.uk/heritagefestival.
