Hudson and Don Roberto – Celebrating Two Anglo-Argentine Heroes

We are delighted to be hosting a special centenary talk marking 100 years since the unveiling of the monument and nature reserve in Hyde Park dedicated to W.H. Hudson — a pioneering Anglo-Argentine naturalist, writer, and co-founder of the RSPB. The talk will be by Conor Mark Jameson, acclaimed author of Finding W.H. Hudson: The Writer Who Came to Britain to Save the Birds.

Hudson and Don Roberto

Celebrating Two Anglo-Argentine Heroes, A century On

A century has passed since the British Prime Minister, Stanley Baldwin, unveiled a monument and nature reserve in Hyde Park, dedicated to the memory of naturalist and author W. H. Hudson. The project to honour his friend was masterminded by the celebrated ‘Don Roberto’ Cunninghame Graham, the Hispano-Scots writer, adventurer, politician, campaigner and all-round renaissance man. What united these two extraordinary men was their shared past in Argentina, and their later lives in Britain. Both were dedicated to creating a better world, in their different ways. Author Conor Mark Jameson will tell the story of their remarkable friendship.

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This event is free to attend, but donations are warmly welcomed to support our ongoing work. We suggest a contribution of £10, though any amount you’re able to give is greatly appreciated.

As a thank-you, everyone who donates will be entered into a raffle to win a copy of Conor Mark Jameson’s Finding W.H. Hudson: The Writer Who Came to Britain to Save the Birds. Donations can also be made on the night of the event.

Drink refreshments only will be available at this event, attendees will receive one complimentary glass of wine.

Space is limited, and registration is required to attend. Register today to secure your spot.

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