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Arthur Wakerley: architect, politician, visionary

8 April 2026 @ 7:30 pm 9:00 pm

Speaker – Brian Johnson.

Brian is well-known to the Society, speaking from his wealth of knowledge of the history and heritage of Leicester. In this talk you can learn about the architectural impact that Arthur Wakerley had in the late 1800s in Leicester, many of the buildings still standing and now Grade II listed. He was also at various times Mayor of Leicester, politician, Wesleyan lay preacher and temperance worker.

Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Tea/coffee available & CD/Book Stall.

Leicester Oadby Tennis Club

Oadby Granville Tennis Club, Leicester Road
Oadby, Leicestershire LE2 4AB United Kingdom
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