Walks

Vera Brittain, Buxton and a Testament to Lost Youth

Meet at Devonshire Dome reception

11, 18, 25 Jul 2026

Booking info

Meet Vera Brittain where she worked as a Voluntary Aid Detachment nurse in 1915. Hear the story of a bright Edwardian woman caught between personal ambition and the demands of war and empire, told through a moving guided walk and performance.

 

Meet at Devonshire Dome reception

 

Includes walking around and outside the Dome. Wheelchair accessible with ramp access.

 

Saturday 11 July 11.30am – 1pm

Saturday 18 July 11.30am – 1pm

Saturday 25 July 11.30am – 1pm

Dates

11, 18, 25 Jul 2026

11.30am - 1pm

Price

£20

Venue

Meet at Devonshire Dome reception

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  • Sat 11 Jul 2026 11.30am - 1.00pm
  • Sat 18 Jul 2026 11.30am - 1.00pm
  • Sat 25 Jul 2026 11.30am - 1.00pm
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