Jaywick Martello Tower: The History of Surnames
Discover how our names have evolved over time with this talk at the Tower
Charlie Haylock will be at the Tower to talk about the Anglo-Saxon and Viking by-names and nicknames we had prior to the Norman Conquest. He will explain how and why surnames were introduced by the Normans, how they evolved after the Domesday Book in 1086AD, and the disruption it caused the English. Charlie will then enlighten us on the different types of various surnames, and give us their origins, their meanings and their derivation.
Tickets are £2.00 per talk or pay for all five talks in advance and get the final talk free. Refreshments provided.
Event details
Explore Essex
Search our parks and places to plan your perfect day out
Need to know
Explorer Pass
Save money with your Explorer Pass
Our annual Explore Essex Pass will give you and your family the freedom to explore some of the incredible places and green spaces that Essex has to offer, as many times as you like throughout the year, with free parking at seven country parks, 2 or 1 on Sky Ropes, priority booking on specific events, and 10% discounts at many cafes and visitor centres.
Related events
Jaywick Martello Tower: We Are Music
Are you, or someone you know, interested in joining a band? Are you a part of a band and want to improve your musical skills as a group?
- Dates: April 15 - May 24, 2024
- Venue: Jaywick Martello Tower
- Times: 4:30pm - 7:00pm
- 8-16
- Price: Free
Jaywick Martello Tower: We Are Music DJ Sessions
Are you ready to unleash your inner DJ superstar?
- Dates: April 15 - May 24, 2024
- Venue: Jaywick Martello Tower
- Times: 4:30pm - 7:00pm
- 8-16
- Price: Free
Jaywick Martello Tower: Natural Surroundings
This exhibition by artist Duffy Tomei is inspired and focuses on the beauty of our natural surroundings.
- Dates: May 2 - June 2, 2024
- Venue: Jaywick Martello Tower
- Times: 10:00am - 4:00pm
- For the whole family
- Price: Free