Thanks to Rachel for sharing news of this upcoming event. Looks like it should be a fascinating talk. Ed
Local historian, Brian Greening, presents a nostalgic storytelling of the life of Island character, Bill Shepard, at Quay Arts on Saturday 20 October.
The talk and slide show will cover key moments in Bill’s amazing life and history: from his ancestors on Newport Quay in 1370; his schooldays; his job working on the Quay; his five years in the RAF and the horrors he experienced; his return to the Island and his country pursuits – rabbiting, bird watching, flowers and fauna; his local history studies; his job as a rat catcher; and twenty three years at the Crematorium!
Newport Isle of Wight Remembered
A love of history and research saw Bill Shepard publish his first book – Newport Isle of Wight Remembered – back in 1978.
Since then he has written collaboratively and published many other works, sharing his encyclopaedic knowledge of local history. Along the way, Bill has won awards for his writing and gained a reputation as one of the Island’s true characters.
Brian Greening presents ‘One Island Life Well Lived’ at Quay Arts on Saturday 20 October.
Doors open at 4pm and the talk begins at 5pm in the Anthony Minghella Theatre. Tickets are available for a suggested voluntary donation of £3. Call Quay Arts’ box office on 01983 822490 or buy online www.quayarts.org
