Event Type: Branch

Takes Place: 18th February 2027

Time: 7.30

Venue: University Library, Hull University, Cottingham Rd, Hull HU6 7RX

Description: Bede's account of Edwin, King of Northumbria, a significant conversion in 627, is remembered for the story of the sparrow flying through the hall, and his nobles' support. How much did Papal and other pressures drive Edwin's decision? How significant was this?

How to book: Not applicable

Price: Visitors £3. University staff and all students, unwaged,- free

Tel: 01482 448065

Fax: Not available

Email: usher@usher.karoo.co.uk

Organiser: Sylvia Usher

Lecturer: Dr. Louise Hampson, Centre for the Study of Christianity and Culture, York University

Comments: Information will be circulated to Christian denominations, as these events were the basis for the NE's links with the whole Church, and European culture; also local History Societies

Region: Yorkshire and Humber

Branch: Hull and East Riding