The Great Lichfield Bank Crash - Erasmus Darwin House
Overview
Lichfield historian and author Jono Oates tells the story of one of the most dramatic events in Lichfield’s history, the crash of the Lichfield Bank in 1855, which led to widespread panic in the city and to the ruination of the bank’s owner, Richard Greene, who lived at Stowe House by the side of Stowe Pool. This illustrated talk includes a look at a rare £5 Bank of Lichfield bank note, dated 1853.
Please note that this is not a Spice exclusive event.
Includes
- An illustrated talk from Jono Oates
- A small admin fee
- Spice Volunteer Coordinator.
Erasmus Darwin House is located in Beacon Street, on the edge of the Cathedral Close, and a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Lichfield. Our postcode is WS13 7AD.
From Beacon Street, go through the green gates on the right-hand side of the House.
From the Cathedral Close, go through the passageway opposite the west end of the Cathedral and then through the herb garden. The entrance is in the garden at the rear of the House.
Nearest car park is on Bird Street,
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