TALKS

Sunday 10 September

William Hill Knight

Historian Neela Mann outlines the life and work of architect William Hill Knight. At the age of 22, he completed his first design, Cheltenham Synagogue, and went on to draw up some of the town’s most iconic buildings. Hosted in association with B’nai B’rith UK. Booking for this event opens 1 August.

10-11am. FREE. Cheltenham Synagogue, GL50 3PU. www.cheltenhamsynagogue.org

Sunday 10 September

Aspects of Jewish Life in Britain 1800-1850

Jessica Shapiro gives a brief overview of Anglo-Jewry in the Regency and early Victorian era, focusing on economic and social history, as well as changing patterns in settlement. While the majority of Jews lived in London during this period, Shapiro concentrates on life in the provinces, including Cheltenham. Hosted in association with B’nai B’rith UK. Booking for this event opens 1 August.

11.30am-12.30pm. FREE. Cheltenham Synagogue, GL50 3PU. www.cheltenhamsynagogue.org

Sunday 10 September

Dissenters' Boxes: The Nonconformist Chapels of Early 19th Century Cheltenham

As well as synagogues, the 19th century saw the building of many nonconformist chapels in Cheltenham, most of which still survive, albeit in secular use. Dr Steven Blake investigates these buildings further, revealing their history and encouraging attendees to go out and explore for themselves. Hosted in association with B’nai B’rith UK. Booking for this event opens 1 August.

2-3pm. FREE. Cheltenham Synagogue, GL50 3PU. www.cheltenhamsynagogue.org

Sunday 10 September

Cheltenham's Historical but Controversial Montefiore Sefer Torah: Did Sir Moses Get Duped?

Rabbi Yosef Benarroch, a certified Sofer Stam from the Va’ad L’Mishmeres Stam (official institute for Jewish scribes based in Bnai Brak, Tel Aviv), delivers this talk about the annual Torahs commissioned by Sir Moses Montefiore, including Cheltenham's Montefiore Torah. Hosted in association with B’nai B’rith UK. Booking for this event opens 1 August.

4-5pm. FREE. Cheltenham Synagogue, GL50 3PU. www.cheltenhamsynagogue.org