John Hampden Society presentation
Kings Head Passage, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 2RW
This talk explores the actions and impact of local historical celebrity John Hampden, whose statue is soon to be moved to a more prominent position in Market Square.
It will include his early career as MP for Wendover in the 1620s, part of which was spent in prison. He organised many Great Kimble parishioners to join him in refusing to pay the Ship Money Tax in 1635. The fame of his subsequent trial is discussed, along with the support of the people of South Bucks when he was accused of treason.
The talk also covers his significant role as a Commander in the early stages of the Civil War, when Aylesbury was an important Parliamentary garrison. John Hampden’s association with the principle of “no taxation without representation” established his popularity well beyond England in later centuries.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1400-1500
Location & directions
Kings Head Passage, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 2RW
- Directions:
- In the dining room
- Contact on day:
- Dan Reynolds
- Telephone number:
- +447761055149
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Book using the link below. Due to the historic nature of this venue, not all areas are fully accessible. Please contact the King's Head directly for any specific access requirements.
- Booking contact name:
- Dan Reynolds
- Booking telephone number:
- +447761055149
- Booking website:
- https://www.tickettailor.com/events/heritageopendaysaylesbury/1813458
Accessibility details
Ground floor with ramp access
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 55
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
