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Join historian and Professor Dr. Steven Bednarski on the 9th October at 3pm for a captivating exploration of one of the most fascinating architectural rescue missions of the 20th century.

In this lecture, Dr. Bednarski will guide you through the long and costly process undertaken by Sir Paul Latham, baronet, and his visionary architect, Walter Godfrey, at the magnificent Herstmonceux Castle. Set against the backdrop of the interwar years, this is a story of ambition, friendship, and the enduring power of preservation.

Don't miss this opportunity to journey back in time with an engaging storyteller and learn how a ruined castle was saved.

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The Baronet and his Architect – Presented by Dr Steven Bednarski at Herstmonceux Castle

Type:Lecture

Herstmonceux Castle, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 1RN

Tel: 01323 833 816

Opening Times

Season (9 Oct 2025)
DayTimes
Thursday15:00 - 17:00

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