Sunday 28 January 2024 at 2.00pm (This event has ended)

Charnwood Street Shops

A talk by local historian and LAHS Newsletter and Reviews Editor Cynthia Brown

George Ager, standing outside his barber's shop during the 1937 Coronation, Charnwood Street, Leicester. With thanks to Geoff Greatorex, his grandson, who provided this photo

Newarke Houses, The Newarke, Leicester LE2 7BY - 28th January 2024 14:00-15:00

Rediscover the Charnwood Street of Leicester with local historian and LAHS Newsletter and Reviews Editor Cynthia Brown, and explore local memories of its many shops, including the ‘Aladdin’s Cave’ of Paddy’s Swag Shop and the first ever Wilkinson’s, opened in the 1930s.

£5.00 charge for talk. Book online or through Newarke Houses Reception on 0116 225 4980.

Refreshments included

Further details are available here Event Details – Leicester Museums