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History Alumni visit to The Charterhouse

30 June 2017, 2:00 pm–4:30 pm

The Charterhouse

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All

Location

The Charterhouse, Charterhouse Square EC1M 6AN

The Charterhouse, founded in the 14th century as a monastery, is one of London's hidden gems. It later served as a school, amongst its alumni was John Wesley, the founder of Methodism. Since the school moved out of London it has housed retired men and more recently women. 

We will be given a tour of its historic buildings by one of the Brothers (residents). There is also a recently opened museum which can be viewed free of charge before or after the tour.

Places are limited, please book early

The Charterhouse, Charterhouse Square, EC1M  6AN

Meet in Charterhouse reception at 2pm for a 2.15pm start. 

Tours take about 2 hours. 

Nearest tube station: Barbican or Farringdon. 

Cost : £15 payable on day. 

Bookings to Peter Dawe, Alumni  pjdawe@hotmail.com by 14 May 2017