Colonialism and Country Houses: The Making of the English Landowning Class

Colonialism and Country Houses: The Making of the English Landowning Class

Saturday 16 November, 2pm

£10 BOOK IN ADVANCE

Lecture Room, Royal Pavilion

Discover the hidden history of England’s landowning class. Unlock the secrets of England’s grand estates and their surprising colonial connections. Join us for an eye-opening talk that delves into the transformation of land ownership in England, revealing its deep ties to overseas colonial wealth.

This engaging presentation will uncover how the practices of enclosure and dispossession of rural populations, which led to the rise of magnificent country houses in the 19th century, are intricately linked to colonial activities abroad.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see history through a new lens and understand the global influences that shaped England’s countryside. Secure your spot now and be part of a captivating journey into the past!

Book your tickets today and uncover the untold stories of England’s heritage!

Please note: this ticket does not grant general access to the Royal Pavilion. If you wish to explore the Pavilion, you will need to purchase an entrance ticket separately. 

Gurminder K Bhambra is Professor of Historical Sociology at the University of Sussex. She is co-author of Colonialism and Modern Social Theory (with John Holmwood), and author of the award-winning Rethinking Modernity: Postcolonialism and the Sociological Imagination. She is a Fellow of the British Academy, the Royal Historical Society, and the Academy of Social Sciences; and has been President of the British Sociological Association. She is currently working on a project on ‘Varieties of Empire’.