THE LEGACY OF TEA – EMMA WATTS

The British medicine for all – but the legacy of tea has strands that are woven deep into our culture. This lecture will explore the highlights of this fascinating history.  An international history that follows the trade routes from east to west, by land and sea, and has had a significant impact on the styles and designs of much of what we consider British: from legends to country houses, coronation thrones to silver and ceramics, and of course the humble cup of tea. This is a story of fashion, trade, commerce and progress, which, collectively presents a legacy that has sustained for 500 years…and counting!