On Saturday afternoon, 1st August, well-respected Medieval historian Imogen Corrigan enthralled the 70 strong audience in All Saints Church, Hemblington, with a master class detailing the history surrounding the Norman invasion of 1066. Her explanation of events expertly sewn into the embroidery by English women 900 years ago, delighted the audience and encouraged many questions afterwards. The tapestry is currently on loan to the British Museum.
The event had been organised by The Friends of Hemblington church and supporters provided tea and much cake for the audience after the talk. One attendee emailed later to say “It was a delightful well-organized afternoon, with an expert speaker, wonderful hospitality, in a beautiful church. Thank you.”