Talk: Thomas Hobson and his brook – the problem of fresh water in Cambridge

In 1614, Thomas Hobson founded a Trust and left money in his will to ensure that Cambridge had a permanent fresh water supply. This talk will examine why Cambridge needed a fresh water supply, who suggested the idea, where the water came from, how it came about and who has benefitted from this innovation.

Max Field was born in Cambridge and went to University in London. He has worked in Yorkshire, Oxford, London and finally in Glasgow before retiring in 2013 to Cambridge.  He and his wife live in Trumpington. He retrained as a Green Badge Cambridge Guide and volunteers for The Arts Society Cambridge, The Society of Cambridge Tourist Guides and helps for The Arthur Rank Hospice and The Museum of Cambridge. He has been a Trustee for Hobson’s Conduit since 2014.

This talk takes place at Ross Street Community Centre. Doors open at 7pm and the talk will start at 7:3pm. Full accessible venue. All are welcome, admission is a suggested £3.

Please note unlike many of our other events this talk will not be recorded.