Pump Room Talk: Dr Peter Collinge 

Join Dr Pete Collinge as he dives into the world of Georgian gin – the demon drink of the eighteenth century. Gin was keenly promoted by governments and by landowners. As it flooded towns and cities, in its wake came illicit gatherings, poisonings, crime, scandal, death and murder. Aghast at its intoxicating and debilitating effects, especially among the poor, moral crusaders took to the streets and to the printing press, so too did its promoters. The results were both riotous and turbulent.

Dates

18 Jul 2025

6pm - 7pm

Price

£14

Venue

The Pump Room

Booking Details

Dates, times & booking

  • Fri 18 Jul 2025 6.00pm - 7.00pm Limited