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Book Conversation with Claire Davies and Brother Tim Epps

Friday 26 May 2.30pm – 4.00pm (conversation at 3pm)
FREE Event.
Maximum: 40.

Join Claire Davies, former head gardener, and Brother Tim Epps in a discussion of beautiful gardens, Norfolk Coasts, good design, life at the Charterhouse and so much more.

Drawing upon their working partnership on two books together, they’ll explore some of the most enduring aspects of writing and design. These are adventure and magical stories from behind the walls of the Charterhouse. From well-known figures and scenes to the daily realities of life in the Charterhouse, they’ll dive into a complex and compelling past and present.

Claire and Tim will also discuss Claire’s new book: Norfolk’s Fragile Coast, and her previous book: Behind Walls, enchanting hidden Gardens of the Charterhouse. Books by both will be available on sale and for signing.

Claire was head gardener of the Charterhouse from 2009 to 2018 when she created our beautiful gardens. She is also a photographer, illustrator and artist.

Tim is a graphic designer, and a writer and illustrator of children’s books.

Tea, coffee and cakes will be available. Donations to the Charterhouse will be welcome.

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Join Claire Davies, former head gardener, and Brother Tim Epps in a discussion of beautiful gardens, Norfolk Coasts, good design, life at the Charterhouse and so much more.

Drawing upon their working partnership on two books together, they’ll explore some of the most enduring aspects of writing and design. These are adventure and magical stories from behind the walls of the Charterhouse. From well-known figures and scenes to the daily realities of life in the Charterhouse, they’ll dive into a complex and compelling past and present.

Claire and Tim will also discuss Claire’s new book: Norfolk’s Fragile Coast, and her previous book: Behind Walls, enchanting hidden Gardens of the Charterhouse. Books by both will be available on sale and for signing.

Claire was head gardener of the Charterhouse from 2009 to 2018 when she created our beautiful gardens. She is also a photographer, illustrator and artist.

Tim is a graphic designer, and a writer and illustrator of children’s books.

Tea, coffee and cakes will be available. Donations to the Charterhouse will be welcome.

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