A talk by Georgia Piggott. Historical Mystery and Food History

for 2 hours
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

A talk by Georgia Piggott. Historical Mystery & Food History.
Discovering 17th century recipes through novel-writing with author Georgia Piggott.
Saturday September 12th in St Mary's Hall, Alexandra Road, between 11am and 1pm.
Ticket price £10 (includes refreshments) on sale from Jill Minchin/Ellie Stephens at St Mary's church, and from Teasel and Skylark Books, Trinity Street.

In this fascinating talk, hear how Georgia Piggott came to write historical novels, became interested in 17th century food, and tracked down recipes of the period. Find out why the Alice Chronicles contain so many food references, discover more about what people of all classes in the 17th century really ate and drank, and learn how 16th and 17th century recipes can easily be re-created at home. Georgia Piggott lives in West Dorset and is the author of the Alice Chronicles, a series of novels set in the early 17th century featuring a young Dorset protagonist, Alice. The fifth book in the series is due to be published in late summer 2026.

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A talk by Georgia Piggott. Historical Mystery and Food History

for 2 hours
Dorchester: St Mary the Virgin
Edward Road Dorchester, DT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

A talk by Georgia Piggott. Historical Mystery & Food History.
Discovering 17th century recipes through novel-writing with author Georgia Piggott.
Saturday September 12th in St Mary's Hall, Alexandra Road, between 11am and 1pm.
Ticket price £10 (includes refreshments) on sale from Jill Minchin/Ellie Stephens at St Mary's church, and from Teasel and Skylark Books, Trinity Street.

In this fascinating talk, hear how Georgia Piggott came to write historical novels, became interested in 17th century food, and tracked down recipes of the period. Find out why the Alice Chronicles contain so many food references, discover more about what people of all classes in the 17th century really ate and drank, and learn how 16th and 17th century recipes can easily be re-created at home. Georgia Piggott lives in West Dorset and is the author of the Alice Chronicles, a series of novels set in the early 17th century featuring a young Dorset protagonist, Alice. The fifth book in the series is due to be published in late summer 2026.

Safeguarding

We are committed to ensuring that the parish of Dorchester & West Stafford provides a safe environment for everyone, especially children and young people who may be at risk of abuse or neglect. Our Parish Safeguarding Officer is Revd. Keith Magee, 07766 645135

From the link you’ll find information and signposting for those who may wish to access Safeguarding information or support. If you have any Safeguarding questions or concerns you can contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer or one of our Safeguarding Team.

Alternatively you can contact the Salisbury Diocesan Safeguarding Advisers Suzy Futcher or Jem Carter. The Salisbury Safeguarding team can be contacted on [email protected] to speak to a caseworker or one of the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor regarding safeguarding concerns or ongoing cases you can call 01722 438651 and press option 3.

You can find out more from the Salisbury Diocese Safeguarding Website below:

https://www.salisbury.anglican.org/workingforjustice/safeguarding86696/

Survivor care and support - Salisbury Diocese have made a video to support survivors

https://youtu.be/6Pxnsvl-RqY?feature=shared

Out of Hours Safeguarding Support; If your query is urgent or out of hours (5pm Friday to 10pm Sunday), please contact thirtyone:eight on 0303 0031111.

Emergency - If someone is at immediate risk of harm, please call 999 in an emergency.

Church of England - You can also find more information on the Church of England Website including a electronic Safeguarding Manual

https://www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding/safeguarding-e-manual

You can also contact Childline on 0800 1111 or online at www.childline.org.uk.

Dorchester and the Winterbournes Team Ministry takes its responsibilities surrounding the safeguarding of children, young people, and adults who may be at risk very seriously, and works in partnership with the Diocese of Salisbury to ensure that we work in accordance with best practice at all times.

Team Safeguarding Officer
Dorchester & The Winterbournes Team Ministry
Revd Keith Magee: 07766 645135

Safeguarding Representative
St Peter's Church, Dorchester: Jane Pryce 01305 269 937
St George's Church, Fordington, Dorchester: Revd Cora Yarrien 01305 262421
St Mary the Virgin, Dorchester: Peter Vojak 01305 265 994
St Andrew's Church, West Stafford: Revd Cora Yarrien 01305 262421
St Thomas a Beckett, Compton Valence: Revd Keith Magee 07766 645135
St Martin's Church, Winterborne St Martin (Martinstown): Revd Keith Magee 07766 645135
St Mary's Church, Winterbourne Abbas: Revd Keith Magee 07766 645135
St Michael's Church, Winterbourne Steepleton: Revd Keith Magee 07766 645135
St Simon & St Jude, Winterborne Monkton: Peter Vojak 01305 265 994

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