Synopsis:

In this lecture, we explore the works of art that are held in the great London churches of Westminster Abbey and St Paul's Cathedral. The buildings are known for their important roles in the religious life of the country. What is less well-known is the story of the many works of art that are held within the churches. We explore both churches and look in detail at some of the many items on display, from medieval paintings to 21st-century video presentations.

 

Profile:

Nick is a London Blue Badge Guide and a lecturer in History and the Arts. He qualified as a London Blue Badge Guide in 2019, winning the award as Guide of the Year. In 2021 he gave the annual Katrine Prince Lecture to members of the Institute of Tourist Guiding. Before guiding he joined the BBC where he worked for over 30 years in both television and radio. He helped cover some of the great events of History, from the fall of the Berlin Wall to the terrible events of 9/11, from the fall of the Thatcher Government to the celebrations of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.