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Journeys into Genealogy podcastHerstmonceux Castle with Scott McleanOver the last 600 years Herstmonceux Castle has had mixed fortunes. From the first brick castle in England in the 1400s to ownership by a Canadian university in the 21st century. Former archivist Scott Mclean brings its history to life and that of some of its former owners and visitors including the Fiennes family, the Dacre family, Colonel Claude Lowther, Sir Paul Latham, the Royal Greenwich Observatory, Queen's University (Canada) and others. There have been some illustrious visitors over the years and Winston Churchill used to come and paint in the gardens. There is a second in...2024-09-2839 min
The Supermassive PodcastBONUS - Galaxy Spin and Saving Herstmonceux ObservatoryDoes an instantaneous star map exist? Where are the perfect spheres in space? How did Venus get so close to the Sun? It's a bonus episode from The Supermassive team. Sign the petition and support Herstmonceux Observatory here... https://www.change.org/p/save-the-observatory-science-centre-herstmonceux Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-2113 min
Inspiring Leadership with Jonathan Bowman-Perks MBE#298: General The Lord Richards of Herstmonceux GCB CBE DSO DL -General The Lord Richards of Herstmonceux GCB CBE DSO DL General David Richards led operations in East Timor, Sierra Leone, and Afghanistan. He is probably best known for his command in Sierra Leone in 2000 when he interpreted his orders creatively to achieve more than was at first thought possible, ensuring the ultimate defeat of the RUF rebels and the avoidance of much bloodshed in the capital Freetown. He went on to command NATO forces in Afghanistan during the Alliance’s expansion of responsibility across the whole country. Having first commanded the British Army, in 2010 he bec...2024-01-161h 02
Ghost Haunted with MollyHerstmonceux Castle - East Sussex• East Sussex • ~ in today’s episode I explore the diverse and captivating county of East Sussex and the ghostly tales surrounding the beautiful and ancient castle of Herstmonceux. *artwork my own*2023-07-1530 min
CriPt ZoNes audio books.Haunted Sussex today - HerstmonceuxGood day all my listeners. Sorry for being gone for six months. Circumstances was unavoidable. But I am back. Happy new year to you all. We continue Haunted Sussex today and this is Herstmonceux.Enjoy! 2022-01-1109 min
Gardeners' Question TimeHerstmonceux Castle: Postbag EditionPeter Gibbs and the team are at Herstmonceux Castle, East Sussex. Juliet Sargeant, Matt Biggs and Matthew Pottage are this weeks' panellists, ready to answer your gardening questions.Led by Herstmonceux's head gardener Guy Lucas, the team explores the castle grounds and learns about the sustainable gardening practices adopted in recent years.The panellists also tackle questions from listeners, including suggestions for what to plant around a thatched cottage, and when to prune plants that are still in flower in the winter.Producer - Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer - Aniya Das...2021-12-1742 min
'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - Herstmonceux'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxWelcome to our latest chats called 'Big Questions Answered'. Listen to how some of the Observatory team respond to frequently asked questions, not just by children!
Who are we?
There's always more to a place than bricks, tea and space... The Observatory Science Centre is home of the former Royal Observatory in Herstmonceux, East Sussex. Anyone whose been involved has a unique story to tell. Perhaps the environment of cathedral size copper domes containing historic telescopes or the sea breeze across the Pevensey marshes creates the distinctive atmosphere.
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Send in...2021-09-1500 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxBig Questions Answered with Niamh & CollinIn this unscripted episode we listen to Niamh and Collin of The Observatory Science Centre at Herstmonceux respond to questions that are frequently asked by children and adults alike.
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'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxBig Questions Answered with Sandra and Jarvis
In this unscripted episode we listen to Dr Sandra Voss, Science Director, together with Jarvis Brand, Astronomer of The Observatory Science Centre at Herstmonceux respond to questions that are frequently asked by children and adults alike. From the possibility of humans living on the planet Mars to the question "what would happen if stars collided?". What would be your question?
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'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxStories in the Stars from The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux - Herstmonceux Stars NOT AnimalsWelcome to the second series of podcasts 'Stories in the Stars' from The Observatory Science Centre at Herstmonceux.
Why do we continue to have a fascination with the stars? The days of relying on the stars for navigation has long since been surpassed by technology so is it partly the mythical stories so vividly brought to life by the imaginary creatures and heroes.
Listen to Dr Sandra Voss explain how to find some of our favourite constellations as seen from the Northern hemisphere.
Enjoy listening!
Stories...2021-07-0901 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxThe Bears ConstellationsIn this episode we listen to Dr Sandra Voss, the Science Director at The Observatory Science Centre, speaking about the circumpolar star constellations Ursa Major and Ursa Minor. Perhaps the best know star pattern observed in the night sky in the Northern hemisphere is the Plough, also known as the Big Dipper, which is just part of the constellation Ursa Major. Discover why these constellations are the ‘bears’ and the incredible myth to which they are attributed.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-07-0916 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxA Lesson in Humility by the Star ConstellationsIn this episode we listen to Dr Sandra Voss, the Science Director at The Observatory Science Centre, speak about the complicated relationships of the constellations Cassiopeia, Cepheus and Andromeda. As we view the night sky in the Northern hemisphere, these constellations contain excellent pointer stars enabling navigation of large areas. As myths go… this is a grim tale of vanity and revenge. Enjoy!
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-07-0917 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxSigns of the ZodiacIn this episode we listen to Dr Sandra Voss, the Science Director at The Observatory Science Centre, speak about the signs of the Zodiac in constellations. We are all familiar with the Zodiac sign / symbol of the month of our birthday but did you know the myths behind them? Did you know that there are actually 13 Zodiac signs?
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-07-0915 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxThe Hunter and His Dogs ConstellationsIn this episode we listen to Dr Sandra Voss, the Science Director at The Observatory Science Centre, speak about the constellations Orion and his hunting dogs Canis Major and Canis Minor. The Orion constellation is extremely recognisable throughout the winter months in the Northern hemisphere. Whilst Orion is not a circumpolar constellation, Orion is worthy of taking time to view on a clear night as it shows a fine example of stellar creation within his mythical belt.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-07-0912 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxStories in the Stars Podcasts from The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxListen out for the new Series of Podcasts from The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux - Herstmonceux Stars NOT Animals!!
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'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxPaul Skipper - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxIn this episode we meet Paul Skipper, the 'maintenance man' at The Observatory Science Centre. Paul is rarely noticed by the public but plays a vital role in looking after the site, no small undertaking when part of a team responsible for ongoing maintenance of a Grade II* listed site. Despite his non public engagement role, (except when robed in red as Santa), Paul is always happy to share a moment, tell a yarn or lend a hand. With the benefit of many years of working, Paul is never happier than perfecting the balance of enjoying a meet up with...2021-04-0811 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxJarvis Brand - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxIn this episode we meet Jarvis Brand, The Observatory Science Centres very own astronomer and planetarium presenter. We listen to how a lifelong interest in astronomy began at a young age and combined with teaching skills lead to the prestigious role of astronomy engagement. Whilst explaining difficult science principles, Jarvis finds ways to demonstrate all manner of cosmic happenings with a unique and often humorous style.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-04-0711 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxVerity Stannard - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxIn this episode we meet Verity Standard whose role sees her presenting science both onsite at The Observatory Science Centre as well as in schools as part of the outreach team.
From climbing, guiding at a local windmill to astrophotography Verity is always busy and happy to share knowledge with others. She is very much looking forward to everyone being able to get back to social engagement both at work and play.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-04-0611 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxAlison Avann - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxIn this episode we meet Alison Avann, office manager at The Observatory Science Centre. Alison loves cake! With the serious working roll involving figures and spreadsheets we hear how Alison finds time to still enjoy the fun-side of the Centre. She speaks of the impact over the last year of not being able to meet up to enjoy group interests such as choir and acting has had but with a positive nature - is looking forward...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-04-0510 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxLaura Green - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxIn this episode we get to meet Laura Green and hear how humble beginnings led to a long association and employment at The Observatory Science Centre. She relates how science and astronomy were not her significant chosen subjects but became important to her role which balanced well with other life interests.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-04-0411 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxJeremy Harrison - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxIn this episode we meet Jeremy Harrison, shop manager at The Observatory Science Centre. Jeremy regales us with the story of how as a child he cheekily found his way into the Isaac Newton telescope dome only to be confronted by an astronomer. To join the Observatory team in semi-retirement has proved enjoyable and soo much more than simply a job.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-04-0310 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxDr Sandra Voss - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxIn this episode we get to meet Dr Sandra Voss, Science Director at The Observatory Science Centre. We discover how she first engaged with the role following travelling adventures. She speaks of a fascination with astronomy instilled as a child that continues and endures. We also hear of her other interests, the importance of the great outdoors and the tranquility of her garden!
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/observatoryscicentre/message2021-04-0213 min'Big Questions Answered' - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxJo Harris - The Observatory Science Centre - HerstmonceuxIn this episode we meet Jo Harris, Operations / Education Director at The Observatory Science Centre. Jo shares how thrilling it has been to listen to the birdsong during lockdown and encourages us all to take a moment and simply re-connect with nature.
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CriPt ZoNes audio books.Ghosts of Sussex - Episode 6 - Phantoms at Herstmonceux CastleWelcome back my listeners. Here is episode 6 of Ghosts of Sussex. I think I am improving on my reading skills lol. Thank you for supporting me. Enjoy this chapter.2020-05-1411 min
Hailsham News PodcastsManager for Herstmonceux Castle and Gardens explains why they gave away 2000 flowers. Hailsham News Podcast Edition 10. 10 April 2020.https://hailsham.news. As we are aware, all local attractions have been closed to the public because of the COVID-19 outbreak, and Herstmonceux Castle and Grounds is not an exception.
The gardens are very famous for its amazing displays at this time of year, and of course, visitors have not been able to enjoy them . So, grounds manager of Herstmonceux Castle, Guy Lucas decided that if people cannot come to the flowers, then the flowers will go to them.
Guy joined Paul Gibson from Hailsham News recently to explain why he’s bunched up more tha...2020-04-1005 minHerstmonceux Free Church08/03/2020 - Paul Raynor Acts 5:1708/03/2020 - Paul Raynor Acts 5:172020-03-1000 minHerstmonceux Free Church23/02/2020 - Paul Winter Acts 4:123/02/2020 - Paul Winter Acts 4:12020-03-1000 minHerstmonceux Free Church09/02/2020 - Liz Ford Acts 409/02/2020 - Liz Ford Acts 42020-02-1800 minHerstmonceux Free Church16/02/2020 - Prayer for Helen + Charles Earwicker Acts 516/02/2020 - Prayer for Helen + Charles Earwicker Acts 52020-02-1800 minHerstmonceux Free Church10/02/2019 - Paul Winter10/02/2019 - Paul Winter2020-02-0800 minHerstmonceux Free Church17/02/2019 - Charles Earwicker17/02/2019 - Charles Earwicker2020-02-0800 minHerstmonceux Free Church24/02/2019 - Liz Ford24/02/2019 - Liz Ford2020-02-0800 minHerstmonceux Free Church10/03/2019 - Paul Raynor10/03/2019 - Paul Raynor2020-02-0600 minHerstmonceux Free Church17/03/2019 - Liz Ford17/03/2019 - Liz Ford2020-02-0600 minHerstmonceux Free Church31/03/2019 - Charles Earwicker Mothering Sunday31/03/2019 - Charles Earwicker Mothering Sunday2020-02-0600 minHerstmonceux Free Church14/04/2019 - Palm Sunday Paul Winter14/04/2019 - Palm Sunday Paul Winter2020-02-0500 minHerstmonceux Free Church19/04/2019 - Good Friday19/04/2019 - Good Friday2020-02-0500 minHerstmonceux Free Church27/04/2019 - Josie's Poems Tea Party27/04/2019 - Josie's Poems Tea Party2020-02-0300 minHerstmonceux Free Church28/04/2019 - Charles Earwicker28/04/2019 - Charles Earwicker2020-02-0300 minHerstmonceux Free Church21/04/2019 - Luke&Kirsty Baptism Easter Liz Ford21/04/2019 - Luke&Kirsty Baptism Easter Liz Ford2020-02-0100 minHerstmonceux Free Church21/05/2019 - Luke&Kirsty baptism Easter Liz Ford21/05/2019 - Luke&Kirsty baptism Easter Liz Ford2020-02-0100 minHerstmonceux Free Church12/05/2019 - Paul Winter12/05/2019 - Paul Winter2020-02-0100 minHerstmonceux Free Church19/05/2019 - Charles Earwicker19/05/2019 - Charles Earwicker2020-01-3100 minHerstmonceux Free Church26/05/2019 - Liz Ford26/05/2019 - Liz Ford2020-01-3100 minHerstmonceux Free Church26/01/2020 - Liz Ford26/01/2020 - Liz Ford2020-01-2800 minHerstmonceux Free Church19/01/2020 - Charles Earwicker Acts419/01/2020 - Charles Earwicker Acts42020-01-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church12/01/2020 - Paul Winter Acts312/01/2020 - Paul Winter Acts32020-01-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church29/12/2019 - Last service of the year29/12/2019 - Last service of the year2020-01-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church22/12/2019 - Carol Service Liz Ford22/12/2019 - Carol Service Liz Ford2019-12-3000 minHerstmonceux Free Church13/10/2019 - Charles Earwicker Harvest Thanks giving13/10/2019 - Charles Earwicker Harvest Thanks giving2019-12-2300 minHerstmonceux Free Church30/06/2019 - Paul Winter30/06/2019 - Paul Winter2019-12-2300 minHerstmonceux Free Church09/06/2019 - Liz Ford09/06/2019 - Liz Ford2019-12-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church16/06/2019 - There Is A Love by Josie Luck Coral Swanick sings16/06/2019 - There Is A Love by Josie Luck Coral Swanick sings2019-12-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church23/06/2019 - Paul Raynor23/06/2019 - Paul Raynor2019-12-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church21/07/2019 - Paul Winter21/07/2019 - Paul Winter2019-12-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church28/07/2019 - Liz Ford28/07/2019 - Liz Ford2019-12-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church11/08/2019 - Jo Uganda trip11/08/2019 - Jo Uganda trip2019-12-1500 minHerstmonceux Free Church11/08/2019 - Liz Ford11/08/2019 - Liz Ford2019-12-1500 minHerstmonceux Free Church25/08/2019 - Charles Earwicker Chronicles25/08/2019 - Charles Earwicker Chronicles2019-12-1500 minHerstmonceux Free Church15/12/2019 - Charles Earwicker15/12/2019 - Charles Earwicker2019-12-1500 minHerstmonceux Free Church08/12/2019 - Paul Winter08/12/2019 - Paul Winter2019-12-1500 minHerstmonceux Free Church08/09/2019 - Paul Winter08/09/2019 - Paul Winter2019-12-1200 minHerstmonceux Free Church15/09/2019 - Charles Earwicker15/09/2019 - Charles Earwicker2019-12-1200 minHerstmonceux Free Church22/09/2019 - Paul Raynor22/09/2019 - Paul Raynor2019-12-1200 minHerstmonceux Free Church29/09/2019 - Liz Ford29/09/2019 - Liz Ford2019-12-1200 minHerstmonceux Free Church20/10/2019 - Paul Winter20/10/2019 - Paul Winter2019-12-1200 minHerstmonceux Free Church27/10/2019 - Liz Ford27/10/2019 - Liz Ford2019-12-1200 minHerstmonceux Free Church10/11/2019 - Paul Winter Armour of God.mp310/11/2019 - Paul Winter Armour of God.mp32019-12-1100 minHerstmonceux Free Church15/11/2019 - Steve Wood Ray Tompson Funeral15/11/2019 - Steve Wood Ray Tompson Funeral2019-12-1100 minHerstmonceux Free Church24/11/2019 - Liz Ford24/11/2019 - Liz Ford2019-11-2600 minHerstmonceux Free Church17/11/2019 - Charles Earwicker17/11/2019 - Charles Earwicker2019-11-2500 min
What on Earth is Going on?...with Politics in the US and CanadaRampant and increasing polarization of our politics? The turn to populism as a result of economic inequality? The growing, scarcely regulated political power of social media and Big Data? These are some of the forces that are reshaping our politics in North America, with a minority government in Canada and an impending election (and ongoing impeachment inquiry) in the United States. Ben chats with Queen's University political scientist Jonathan Rose about all this and more. About the Guest Jonathan studied at University of Toronto and Queen's where he received his Ph...2019-11-011h 06Herstmonceux Free Church20/02/2018 - Jim Beveridge Thanksgiving20/02/2018 - Jim Beveridge Thanksgiving2018-02-2000 minHerstmonceux Free Church24/09/2017 - Charles Earwicker24/09/2017 - Charles Earwicker2017-10-2200 minHerstmonceux Free Church22/10/2017 - Jo Blaker David Thorpe22/10/2017 - Jo Blaker David Thorpe2017-10-2200 minHerstmonceux Free Church07/08/2016 - Paul Winter07/08/2016 - Paul Winter2016-09-1100 minHerstmonceux Free Church14/08/2016 - Paul Winter14/08/2016 - Paul Winter2016-09-1100 minHerstmonceux Free Church31/07/2016 - Charles Earwicker31/07/2016 - Charles Earwicker2016-09-1100 minHerstmonceux Free Church28/08/2016 - Charles Earwicker28/08/2016 - Charles Earwicker2016-09-1100 minHerstmonceux Free Church24/07/2016 - Paul Raynor Attitude of Gratitude24/07/2016 - Paul Raynor Attitude of Gratitude2016-07-2400 minHerstmonceux Free Church10/07/2016 - Liz Ford Thankfullness10/07/2016 - Liz Ford Thankfullness2016-07-1000 minHerstmonceux Free Church24/04/2016 - Liz Farmer24/04/2016 - Liz Farmer2016-04-2900 minHerstmonceux Free Church17/04/2016 - Paul Rayner17/04/2016 - Paul Rayner2016-04-2900 minHerstmonceux Free Church10/04/2016 - Angela Kemm10/04/2016 - Angela Kemm2016-04-2900 minHerstmonceux Free Church27/03/2016 - Charles Earwicker27/03/2016 - Charles Earwicker2016-04-2900 minHerstmonceux Free Church20/03/2016 - Paul Rayner20/03/2016 - Paul Rayner2016-04-2900 minHerstmonceux Free Church16/01/2016 - David Parr The Fragrance of Christ.mp316/01/2016 - David Parr The Fragrance of Christ.mp32016-03-1400 minHerstmonceux Free Church14/02/2016 - Liz Ford Freedom14/02/2016 - Liz Ford Freedom2016-02-2800 minHerstmonceux Free Church21/02/2016 - Charles Earwicker Part 121/02/2016 - Charles Earwicker Part 12016-02-2800 minHerstmonceux Free Church28/02/2016 - Charles Earwicker Part 228/02/2016 - Charles Earwicker Part 22016-02-2800 minHerstmonceux Free Church28/02/2016 - Charles Earwicker Communion28/02/2016 - Charles Earwicker Communion2016-02-2800 minHerstmonceux Free Church18/10/2015 - Harvest 201518/10/2015 - Harvest 20152016-02-2800 minHerstmonceux Free Church11/10/2015 - Jenny Beveridge The Fear of The Lord11/10/2015 - Jenny Beveridge The Fear of The Lord2016-02-2800 minHerstmonceux Free Church22/11/2015 - Charles Earwicker22/11/2015 - Charles Earwicker2015-11-2200 min
Desert Island Discs: Archive 2011-2015Lord Richards of HerstmonceuxLord Richards of Herstmonceux, former Chief of the Defence Staff, is interviewed by Kirsty Young for Desert Island Discs.He was a soldier for 42 years, rising through the ranks to the very top becoming the principal military advisor to government. Shrewd, swashbuckling and outspoken, he is now retired from one of the most successful military careers of modern times: so illustrious he's been knighted twice.The campaigns he led in East Timor, Sierra Leone and Afghanistan are well documented and most recently his counsel against military intervention in both Libya and Syria helped guide the...2014-03-0936 min
Desert Island DiscsLord Richards of HerstmonceuxLord Richards of Herstmonceux, former Chief of the Defence Staff, is interviewed by Kirsty Young for Desert Island Discs.He was a soldier for 42 years, rising through the ranks to the very top becoming the principal military advisor to government. Shrewd, swashbuckling and outspoken, he is now retired from one of the most successful military careers of modern times: so illustrious he's been knighted twice.The campaigns he led in East Timor, Sierra Leone and Afghanistan are well documented and most recently his counsel against military intervention in both Libya and Syria helped guide the...2014-03-0936 min