400 Years: Britain & India

Saturday 4th August, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm.

400 Years: Britain & India

Exploring the origins of Britain & India – In association with An Indian Summer

Marvel in the incredible history of Britain & India from the 1600s with Kathak dancer, Seetal Kaur and Indian classical musician, Kaviraj Singh.

Britain and India were in very different places 400 years ago and the interactions between both countries have come to shape our world in more ways than one would expect.

The presentation will revolve around a dance performance, free Indian snacks, a film screening, a talk followed by Questions & Answers.

This is a FREE event taking place in the Old Barn Tea Room on site – places are limited to 40

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