Uncover the fascinating stories behind Tatton Park's remarkable book collection with PHD researcher, Rachel Daley.
Step inside the hidden world of Tatton Park’s historic library and uncover the fascinating journeys behind its remarkable books.
Join PhD researcher Rachel Daley to discover how rare books from across Europe found their way to Tatton Park through the travels and ambitions of Samuel Hill and his nephew Samuel Egerton. From the canals of Venice to the libraries of England, this talk explores the world of the eighteenth-century Grand Tour, where books, art, and collecting became symbols of taste, status, and curiosity.
Through beautiful and rare items from the collection, Rachel reveals the people, stories, and European influences that helped shape Tatton Park’s library into a window onto eighteenth-century culture and travel.
Perfect for anyone interested in history, books, travel, art, or uncovering the hidden stories behind historic collections.
This event supports our fascinating 'Beyond the View: Canaletto' exhibition and your ticket includes entry to view this on the day of the talk. The event takes place in Lord Egerton's Apartment, overlooking Tatton Park's award winning gardens.
Rachel Daley is a third-year PhD researcher working with Keele University and the National Trust. Her research explores the library at Tatton Park as a social space, looking at how books were collected, circulated, and used, and at the role women played in shaping the collection. She is particularly interested in ideas of cosmopolitanism and regional book networks.
Rachel is also a qualified librarian and volunteers in Collections Care with the National Trust. Her research is funded by the North West Consortium Doctoral Training Partnership.
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Price:
The talk is free but booking is required to secure a place. Parkland entry is payable at the Gate.
*Exhibition can be viewed during opening hours before and after the talk.