51. City Guides’ Derek Melluish Memorial Lecture, 5 March

I was delighted to join a large number of Masters and City of London Guides in the Church of St. Lawrence Jewry for the above lecture. After introductions which included the Chair of the City of London Guide Lecturers Association and the Chaplain, the lecture was delivered by Dr. Jane Sidell, Inspector of Ancient Monuments, Historic England and previously a Senior Research Fellow at UCL and Environmental Archaeologist.

Under the subject “Ancient Monuments for a Modern City” she explored how history and heritage make the City what it is today and traced its history from its origins as a small trading port to the present day highlighting many of the ancient monuments and where their remains can be found. It was interesting to hear how she actively works with developers in order to preserve ancient archaeological finds, encouraging them to develop but at the same time ensuring that our heritage is protected.

A truly interesting and fascinating evening rounded off with drinks and a very substantial finger buffet in the Church!