# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The trailblazing life of Frank Soo by Julian Cohen and Dave Carlisle
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 01:30 pm – Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 02:30 pm
- **Event Description**: From a Chinese laundry in Buxton to England footballer and manager in Scandinavia. 

Join local historian Julian Cohen and Dave Carlisle, Buxton F.C. mascot and Chair of the Friends of Buxton Station, for a fascinating talk exploring the remarkable life of Frank Soo. Born above his family’s Chinese laundry in Buxton, Soo went on to become the first player of Chinese heritage to represent England and later enjoyed a successful managerial career across Scandinavia.

Discover the story of a football pioneer whose achievements broke barriers and whose connection to Buxton remains an important part of the town’s heritage.

Booking

Free admission, donations welcome.

This event is part of Buxton Heritage Weekend, and donations are greatly appreciated to help support future heritage activities.

Seats are limited, so advance booking is essential.

Please note that access to the Blue Room is via The Crescent Hotel entrance and involves stairs.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/buxton/the-trailblazing-life-of-frank-soo-by-julian-cohen-and-dave-carlisle/200030584570811
- **Event Categories**: Sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Buxton
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: The Crescent, Buxton
- **lat**: 53.258869843043
- **long**: -1.9148256900095
- **full address**: The Crescent, Buxton, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The trailblazing life of Frank Soo by Julian Cohen and Dave Carlisle being held?
  - **A:** The trailblazing life of Frank Soo by Julian Cohen and Dave Carlisle takes place on Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 01:30 pm to Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 02:30 pm at The Crescent, Buxton, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The trailblazing life of Frank Soo by Julian Cohen and Dave Carlisle?
  - **A:** The trailblazing life of Frank Soo by Julian Cohen and Dave Carlisle is organized by Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust.

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