Alderman Alan Yarrow will present the welcome by the President of Gresham College, after which Lord Judge and Anthony Arlidge QC will uncover not only what the Charter meant in 1215, but also how it has become a talisman for freedom and democracy – and relating to the publication of their book Magna Carta Uncovered […]
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“The Context of Magna Carta”, lecture by Stephen Church at the Society of Antiquaries
Part of the Society’s six-week series of events celebrating the 800th Anniversary of Magna Carta, Prof. Stephen Church will discuss how we look at Magna Carta today. Stephen Church is a Professor of Medieval History at the University of East Anglia. Booking early is recommended to avoid disappointment. Click here for more information, and to […]
The Global Law Summit
The Global Law Summit is a world-class international Summit that will be held in London from 23 – 25 February 2015, celebrating 800 years since the sealing of Magna Carta. The Summit will host a variety of world class speakers and delegates including international Ministers, law firms, general counsel, multinationals, academics, and non-governmental organisations. It […]
Professor Nigel Saul lecture at Beckenham Historical Association
Thursday 22 January Magna Carta at 800: Why Celebrate? Professor Saul will discuss the modern relevance of Magna Carta – the product of a feuding Medieval Society which has since shaped the way we think about liberty and the Rule of Law. For more information, click here. Entry to meetings is free for HA members […]
My Magna Carta, at the English Speaking Union
“The world’s youth are tasked with presenting a new document that safeguards and promotes the rights, privileges and liberties of either their own country or the whole world.” In partnership with Royal Holloway College, this is an international creative essay competition for 11 to 18 year olds, to celebrate the 800th anniversary of the sealing of […]
British Library: ‘Law, Liberty, Legacy’.
To mark the 800th anniversary of the granting of Magna Carta, the British Library is holding a once-in-a lifetime exhibition that explores the history and resonance of this globally-recognised document. The exhibition is sponsored by Linklaters. When granted by King John in 1215 Magna Carta was a practical solution to a political crisis, but in the […]
Lord Mayor’s Show
Event Date: Saturday 8th November 2014 Town: City of London County: London Website: www.lordmayorsshow.org This grand annual show is full of pomp and pageantry, and sees the incoming Lord Mayor of London take to the streets of the City in a gilded coach as part of a three-mile parade packed with fun and entertainment. This […]