Anglo Saxon Bucgan’ora - Monday Lunchtome Talk 9th March 2026

Published on 13 October 2025 at 17:13

Bognor Regis 381 Club

Monday Lunctime Talk

📅 Date Monday 9th March 2026

🕑 Midday for 12:30 start

📍 RAFA Club, Waterloo Square

💷 £5 Members/ £8 Non Members


Anglo Saxon Bucgan’ora

(the origins of Bognor)

by John Parsons

Discover the Anglo-Saxon origins of Bognor in this fascinating short story, followed by an interactive Q&A session and a lively discussion on the relevance of Anglo-Saxon culture today.

All are welcome – come and join us!

 


The talk lasts for 30-45 minutes and covers:

  • the origins of Bognor in 680 AD, the first Kings/Chieftans of Sussex and Bucge, the founder of the settlement (7-10mins)

  • Status hierarchy from kings to slaves (7-10mins)

  • a broad description of Anglo Saxon life inc culture, beliefs, language, art and daily routines (7-10 mins)

  • Comparison and contrasts between Anglo Saxon and modern cultures (7-10 mins)

  • A short 5 minute saga about kinship and relationships (optional).

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