Mudlarking in the Thames by Monika Buttling-Smith
Roman settlers first occupied the land around the Thames, that is now London, in about 43AD. Objects have been abandoned or thrown into the river ever since! That has led to a fascinating hobby, called mudlarking, of exploring, excavating, and trying to date objects found in or on the river banks.
Event Properties
| Event Date | 11-11-2026 7:30 pm |
| Location | St Luke's Church Hall |
Speakers
Monika Buttling-Smith
Monika Buttling-Smith is a former journalist who worked at the BBC and the FT. She is best known for her adventures as a London Mudlark, scouring the banks of the River Thames for historic artefacts. She is a member of the Society of Thames Mudlarks and is a leading figure in the Mudlark community. Her finds have been featured in numerous illustrated books and academic papers, and her mudlarking experiences have been documented on podcast, television, and film. She will bring some of her artifacts to show us.