Men, Money and Power: A History of Britain's Railways
WEA Adult Education Course - Arguably the advent of rail transport brought about the biggest change in the way of life in Gt Britain during the 19th century. In its wake came standardised time, holidays and a realisation by the ordinary people that there really was a different life over the next hill. It also brought financial skulduggery and power hungry despots. This course will look at the political and financial implications of railways to Nationalisation while reviewing the men who were int
Start time: Wed 10:00. 10 sessions until 28/03/2018. Standard fee: £54. For information and bookings see website or telephone: 01223 417320.
Northgate Activities Centre 14 Northgate End Bishop’s Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 2EU
Wed 17 Jan 2018