Islamesque - a talk by Diana Darke

Who really built Europe’s Romanesque monuments? In this talk based on her groundbreaking book of the same title, Diana Darke explores the evidence embedded in medieval monasteries, churches and castles, from Mont Saint-Michel and the Leaning Tower of Pisa to Durham Cathedral and the Basilica of Santiago de Compostela.

‘You will never walk into a church in Folkestone or any other church or cathedral again without marvelling at the architecture and wondering where the inspiration came from.’

There will also be an opportunity to buy Diana’s book.

The Cornerstone Centre is the former United Reformed Church near Folkestone Central station. The Back Hall is to the right of the main building, near bus stop C.

Doors open at 2pm for a 2.30pm start. ​Refreshments will be served.