Dr Johnson, Literary Titan: links to Derby and Derbyshire

Samuel Johnson, essayist, lexicographer, poet, editor, critic, and famous talker, is reputed to be the second most quoted person in the English language, after Shakespeare.
He was born, brought up, and educated in Lichfield for which he retained a strong affection. 
Derby and Derbyshire were also important for much of his life: he married in Derby; and one of his deepest and most enduring friendships was with a doctor in Ashbourne.
James Simister, who regularly gives talks on cruise ships and on land, will explain Dr Johnson's links with Derby and Derbyshire, and include some short readings from his works.

Timings & Tours

Monday 09 September:

1800-2000

Location & directions

Loudon Lodge, Derby Arboretum, Grove Street, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8EL

Directions:

Derby Arboretum is famous for being Britain's first public park. Situated just outside the city it's a picturesque oasis with a fine collection of trees, and is Grade II* listed. It is ten minutes walk from the city centre and the railway station. Buses 38 and 2s run along Osmaston Rd; 4 and 7 along Normanton Rd. There is public parking in Grove St DE23 8EL. The talk will take place in Loudon Lodge, which is adjacent to the Community Garden and also has access from Morleston St DE23 8FL.

Contact on day:

Jo Simister

Telephone number:

+447796410850

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

**NOT FOUND**

Booking conditions:

Accessibility details

The talk will be held in an upstairs room with steep stairway.

Additional information

Friends of Derby Arboretum were awarded the King's Award for Voluntary Service in 2023 for the renovation of this building as a community hub, and also the community garden.

Max no of people per tour:

25

Est. tour duration:

2 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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