Latest Events in Cookham(August Updated)

The Stanley Spencer Gallery in Cookham will be hosting the opening of the exhibition "Everywhere is Heaven: Stanley Spencer/Roger Wagner". This captivating exhibition will showcase the works of the renowned artists Stanley Spencer and Roger Wagner. Visitors can explore this extraordinary collection from 10.30am to 5pm, with tickets priced at £7. To enhance the experience, there will also be a poetry reading at Holy Trinity Cookham, the very location that inspired Spencer's masterpiece, Cookham Resurrection. Set to take place from 2pm to 3.30pm, the poetry reading will include an interval where attendees can enjoy a cup of tea. Please note that Cookham bridge is currently closed, so if you plan on arriving by car, you will need to travel via Marlow or Maidenhead. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Stanley Spencer and Roger Wagner at the Everywhere is Heaven exhibition. Mark your calendars for November 18, 2023, and secure your tickets for this remarkable event at Holy Trinity Church in Cookham. Tickets are priced at £10.

Welcome to the exhilarating world of Christmas Night Golf - Winter Hill! This extraordinary physical activity takes place in the charming city of Cookham, where the Winter Hill Golf Club becomes the ultimate venue for an unforgettable experience. Located at 1 Grange Lane, Cookham, SL6 9RP, this prestigious club offers a unique opportunity to indulge in the spirit of the season while perfecting your golfing skills. Mark your calendars for the 21st of December 2023, as this is the date when this exceptional event comes to life. Get ready to be mesmerized by the enchanting glow of the night sky as you navigate the course under the stars. The ticket price for this one-of-a-kind adventure is an affordable £10, making it accessible to all who seek a memorable winter activity. Whether you are a seasoned golfer or a novice, Christmas Night Golf - Winter Hill promises to challenge and entertain players of all levels. So, come and join an extraordinary community of golf enthusiasts as they embark on this thrilling journey. Brace yourself for an evening filled with laughter, camaraderie, and the joyous spirit of Christmas. Don't miss out on this exhilarating event that is sure to create lasting memories.

Join renowned Spencer specialist and acclaimed broadcaster Professor Paul Gough for an enlightening talk on the life and art of Gilbert Spencer, a truly exceptional English artist. Despite being the younger brother of the famous Stanley Spencer, Gilbert's talent and individuality shine through. In this illustrated lecture, Professor Gough explores the lifelong bond between the brothers, delving into their friendship and rivalry. However, the focus remains on Gilbert's extraordinary versatility as a painter, particularly in capturing the essence of English pastoral life and its agricultural power. His skill as a portraitist and mural painter is also showcased, highlighting his brilliance in these genres. We are delighted to welcome Professor Gough, a highly respected painter, writer, and broadcaster, who is well-versed in the Spencer family's legacy. The event will take place at the prestigious Odney Club in Cookham, a charming location that offers free parking for attendees. Gallery merchandise will be available for purchase, and guests can indulge in a glass of wine from 7pm onwards. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the world of Gilbert Spencer and gain insight into his remarkable contributions to the art world.

Don't miss the opportunity to meet the renowned author Ben Kane at the upcoming event. The event, titled "Author visit - Ben Kane," will take place at Cookham Library in Cookham. Mark your calendars for June 8, 2024, to engage with the esteemed author in person. The event offers a unique chance to interact with Ben Kane and gain insights into his literary work. Tickets for this exclusive event are available for £5, providing access to a memorable experience. Head to High Road, Cookham, SL6 9JF, to participate in this enlightening gathering.

An Evening with Lionel Shriver Come and join us for an unforgettable evening with the award-winning American author and journalist, Lionel Shriver, at The Odney Club in Cookham, Berkshire. Don't miss this opportunity to meet the acclaimed writer in person and delve into the world of her captivating stories. Lionel Shriver is best known for her novel, We Need to Talk About Kevin, which won the Orange Prize. It was adapted as a film starring Tilda Swinton. Tickets include a glass of wine and canapes. Mania: What if calling someone stupid was illegal? In a reality not too distant from our own, where the so-called Mental Parity Movement has taken hold, the worst thing you can call someone is 'stupid'. Everyone is equally clever, and discrimination based on intelligence is 'the last great civil rights fight'. Exams and grades are all discarded, and smart phones are rebranded. Children are expelled for saying the S-word and encouraged to report parents for using it. You don't need a qualification to be a doctor. Best friends since adolescence, Pearson and Emory find themselves on opposing sides of this new culture war. Radio personality Emory – who has built her career riding the tide of popular thought – makes increasingly hard-line statements while, for her part, Pearson believes the whole thing is ludicrous. As their friendship fractures, Pearson's determination to cling onto the 'old bigoted way of thinking' begins to endanger her job, her safety and even her family. Lionel Shriver turns her piercing gaze on the policing of opinion and intellect, and imagines a world in which intellectual meritocracy is heresy. Hilarious, deadpan, scathing and at times frighteningly plausible, MANIA will delight the many fans of her fiction and journalism alike. ‘Exhilarating’ THE TIMES 'Merciless and funny' ECONOMIST 'Funny, important and timely … I was laughing out loud at the same time as my blood was running cold' JOHN CLEESE ‘Never shy of getting stuck in, Shriver now sets her satirical sights on groupthink and the policing of thought' FINANCIAL TIMES, Book of 2024 'Provocative, stimulating and outrageous' SPECTATOR 'A savage dystopian satire' THE SCOTSMAN Information Source: The Little Bookshop | eventbrite

An Evening with Lionel Shriver Join us for an evening with Lionel Shriver in conversation with writer and journalist, Tanya Datta, at The Odney Club in Cookham, Berkshire. Tickets include a glass of wine and canapes. Although Lionel Shriver has published many novels, a collection of essays, and a column in the Spectator since 2017, and her journalism has featured in publications including the Guardian, the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal, she in no way wishes for the inclusion of this information to imply that she is more ‘intelligent’ or ‘accomplished’ than the average person. The outdated meritocracy of intellectual achievement has made her a bestseller multiple times and awarded her prizes including the Orange Prize, but she accepts that all of these accidental accolades are basically meaningless. She lives in Portugal and Brooklyn, New York. Mania: What if calling someone stupid was illegal? In a reality not too distant from our own, where the so-called Mental Parity Movement has taken hold, the worst thing you can call someone is 'stupid'. Everyone is equally clever, and discrimination based on intelligence is 'the last great civil rights fight'. Exams and grades are all discarded, and smart phones are rebranded. Children are expelled for saying the S-word and encouraged to report parents for using it. You don't need a qualification to be a doctor. Best friends since adolescence, Pearson and Emory find themselves on opposing sides of this new culture war. Radio personality Emory – who has built her career riding the tide of popular thought – makes increasingly hard-line statements while, for her part, Pearson believes the whole thing is ludicrous. As their friendship fractures, Pearson's determination to cling onto the 'old bigoted way of thinking' begins to endanger her job, her safety and even her family. Lionel Shriver turns her piercing gaze on the policing of opinion and intellect, and imagines a world in which intellectual meritocracy is heresy. Hilarious, deadpan, scathing and at times frighteningly plausible, MANIA will delight the many fans of her fiction and journalism alike. ‘Exhilarating’ THE TIMES 'Merciless and funny' ECONOMIST 'Funny, important and timely … I was laughing out loud at the same time as my blood was running cold' JOHN CLEESE ‘Never shy of getting stuck in, Shriver now sets her satirical sights on groupthink and the policing of thought' FINANCIAL TIMES, Book of 2024 'Provocative, stimulating and outrageous' SPECTATOR 'A savage dystopian satire' THE SCOTSMAN Information Source: The Little Bookshop | eventbrite

Dogs Trust Family Workshop - Cookham Library Welcome to our family workshop at Cookham Library! Join us for a fun-filled event where you can learn all about responsible pet ownership and how to care for your furry friends. This workshop is perfect for families looking to educate themselves about dogs and have an enjoyable time together. Information Source: RBWM Libraries | eventbrite

Join us for the second year of the Face2Face Maidenhead Business Show, at the CIM Business Centre, Cookham Moor Hall, SL6 9QH in the picturesque village of Cookham on Friday 13th June. We will be in the `Berkshire Suite, with plenty of space to move around and network. Doors open at 9.30am and there will be unlimited teas/coffees throughout the day, plenty of time to network, five expert speakers each talking on different topics to help with your business pain points, a buffet style lunch, a professional photographer, goodie bags to take home and free parking on site. Agenda: 9.30am: Doors open, sign in and get a name badge, teas/coffees, mingle 10.15am: Warm welcome from Emma Kisby from Face2Face Maidenhead and Sam Gryckiewicz from the Cookham Moor Hall 10:30am: Kati Noakes, Social Media Specialist: '50 Shades of Social' 11am: Mike Jelves, Video Marketing Expert: 'What's YOUR Reason For Not Making Videos?' 11:30am: Break/Networking 12pm: Lindsay Wright, Team Dynamics Expert with an extensive background in corporate communications: 'Know Yourself, Grow Your Business: The Power of Self-Awareness' 12:30pm: Lunch/Networking 1:15pm: Chris Hunt, Mental Performance Psychologist: 'Elite Thinking for Elite Results - YOUR Mental Game Unleashed' 1:45pm: Nina Lenton, Coach for Creatives: 'How Can Creativity Help Us In Business?' 2:15pm: Networking 3pm: Ends Early Bird tickets are £39 and ends on 13th May. Full price is £49. Discount codes apply for directory members. Let me know if you haven't received your code. Get in touch with Emma Kisby if you have any questions or queries about the event or accessibility, and she will be happy to help: hello@face2facemaidenhead.co.uk Visit our website: https://face2facemaidenhead.co.uk This event is open for anyone with a small business, start up, charity or anyone looking to network and learn. It is aimed to be friendly and relaxed, to make new connections and feel inspired. Speakers or order of lineup are subject to change Information Source: Face2Face Maidenhead | eventbrite

What could be better than Prosecco afternoon tea with Gill Hornby and Natasha Poliszczuk to celebrate the latest novel from the best-selling author of Miss Austen in the 250th anniversary year of Jane Austen? There will be a book signing after the talk with a discount on books purchased at the event. Please see the menu below; the venue requires a minimum of two weeks notice for vegan or glute-free options, please contact us with any dietary requirements . There is free parking at the venue. The Elopement by Sunday Times best-selling author, Gill Hornby. The new novel from the author of Miss Austen, which has been adapted into a major BBC four part adaptation starring Keeley Hawes, The Elopement is published around the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth 1820. Mary Dorothea Knatchbull is living under the sole charge of her widowed father, Sir Edward – a man of strict principles and high Christian values. But when her father marries Miss Fanny Knight of Godmersham Park, Mary’s life is suddenly changed. Her new stepmother comes from a large, happy and sociable family and Fanny’s sisters become Mary’s first friends. Her aunt, Miss Cassandra Austen of Chawton, is especially kind. Her brothers are not only amusing, but handsome and charming. And as Mary Dorothea starts to bloom into a beautiful young woman, she forms an especial bond with one Mr Knight in particular. Soon, they are deeply in love and determined to marry. They expect no opposition. After all, each is from a good family and has known the other for some years. It promises to be the most perfect match. Who would want to stand in their way? ‘Gill Hornby’s trilogy about Jane’s family has all Austen’s wit and unnerving powers of observation with an extra twenty-first century zap.’ Ferdinand Mount ‘It’s gripping and moving and also so sharp and funny… I loved it!’ Sabine Durrant. Information Source: The Little Bookshop | eventbrite

Three walks, of varying lengths exploring his supporters and collectors in the village, where he lived and painted his many works in Cookham and finally taking in the views which so inspired him. Information Source: Stanley Spencer Gallery | eventbrite