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:
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the origins of Bognor in 680 AD, the first Kings/Chieftans of Sussex and Bucge, the founder of the settlement (7-10mins)
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Status hierarchy from kings to slaves (7-10mins)
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a broad description of Anglo Saxon life inc culture, beliefs, language, art and daily routines (7-10 mins)
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Comparison and contrasts between Anglo Saxon and modern cultures (7-10 mins)
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A short 5 minute saga about kinship and relationships (optional).
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