Author and researcher Adrian records the trials and tribulations of staff in the UK Hydrographic Department, responsible for all the charts and navigational products designed, compiled, proofed, printed and distributed to the Allies during WWII. Their vital work was undertaken in total secrecy, and the number of charts they produced was staggering. During the war […]

The Arts Society Lomond and Argyll Lecture Fashion, Feathers & Feminism: Women’s Fight for Change by Tessa Boase I shine a light on the intriguing story of women’s love affair with plumage  – and of the brave eco feminists who fought back on behalf of the birds. Moving from a polite Victorian tea party to an egret […]