We were delighted to see the Shropshire Star featured our upcoming event with Lady Arden of Heswall this week. It is always a pleasure when the local press takes such a deep interest in the layers of history we look after here at Soulton Hall.
The article (published February 26) beautifully captures the “geometric resonance” and the constitutional weight of this gathering on Friday, April 24.
Where Law Meets History
The Star did a wonderful job of connecting the dots between modern judicial landmarks and our Tudor heritage. As many of you know, Soulton was built as a “theatre of memory” by Sir Rowland Hill, and seeing those details in print was a highlights for us:
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The 110ft Connection: We were pleased to see the mention of the Hawkstone monument. At exactly double the 55ft height of Soulton Hall, the statue of Sir Rowland Hill has been “waving” the Magna Carta toward the house for centuries.
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A Silent Witness: The article highlights that Sir Rowland’s Tudor “chair of estate”—broken during the Civil War and later restored—will be in the room for the lecture. It serves as a physical link to the legal principles Lady Arden will explore.
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Distinguished Guests: Held at the invitation of the High Sheriff of Shropshire, the event will also welcome former Supreme Court Deputy President Lord Mance.
Supporting the Shropshire Community Foundation
Most importantly, we are grateful to the Star for highlighting the core purpose of this evening: raising vital funds for the Shropshire Community Foundation. Their work with grassroots projects across the county is essential, and this lecture is a rare chance to support that work while engaging with our shared heritage.
Join Us
The evening begins at 6:30 PM, followed by light refreshments. We invite you to read the full piece on the Shropshire Star website to get a head start on the history we’ll be exploring.
