The event was organised by the English Project, a national organisation based here in Winchester that celebrates the English language in all its varieties – past, present and future.
Steve said: “It was great to pop by here on Saturday. The children were very excited, and I could see they loved the calligraphy, expertly taught by the South Hampshire Calligraphers.
“I am delighted that the English Project is based in Winchester. It seems so appropriate that a city full of such heritage and tradition is home to an organisation dedicated to celebrating our language. I know they have some very exciting plans, and I am very much looking forward to supporting them however I can. I even signed some of my casework letters this week with quill and ink!"
To celebrate English Language Day, from Wednesday October 13th, the organisation has just begun an exciting hunt for strange and interesting place names.
Examples in Location Lingo so far include ‘Spaghetti Junction’, ‘Auld Reekie’ and ‘Pompey’. Follow the link at the bottom of the page to have a look at this alternative gazetteer of the UK- you may even want to join in and contribute yourself.
Pictured; Steve turns his hand to the ancient art, courtesy of the South Hampshire Calligraphers
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Find out more about the English Project, and Location Lingo via www.englishproject.org