John Hampden Society presentation

This talk explores the actions and impact of local historical celebrity John Hampden, whose statue is soon to be moved to a more prominent position in Market Square. It will include his early career as MP for Wendover in the 1620s, part of which was spent in prison. He organised many Great Kimble parishioners to join him in refusing to pay the Ship Money Tax in 1635. The fame of his subsequent trial is discussed, along with the support of the people of South Bucks when he was accused of treason. The talk also covers his significant role as a Commander in the early stages of the Civil War, when Aylesbury was an important Parliamentary garrison. John Hampden’s association with the principle of “no taxation without representation” established his popularity well beyond England in later centuries.

Timings & Tours

Tuesday 10 September:

1830-1930

Location & directions

Town Hall, 5 Church Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 2QP

Directions:

Next to Discover Bucks Musuem

Contact on day:

Dan Reynolds

Telephone number:

+447761055149

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking preferred

Booking conditions:

Reserve your space today for a guaranteed spot

Booking telephone number:

+441296425678

Booking website:

https://bit.ly/HODTix2024

Accessibility details

Ground floor with ramp access

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

40

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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