An illustrated talk by Ashley Jones
| Event type: | Monthly Meeting |
| Date: | 24th July 2026 |
| Time: | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm |
| Venue: | Edgar Hall |
| Cost: | £2 for visitors. Members free. |
Dracula: The Man Behind the Myth explores the remarkable true story of Prince Vlad III of Wallachia, the real historical figure who inspired Bram Stoker’s legendary Count Dracula.
This engaging presentation examines Vlad’s life, reputation, and brutal times, and traces how history and folklore transformed a 15th-century ruler into the iconic vampire of modern popular culture. Featuring video and sound elements, the talk separates myth from reality while revealing how the Dracula legend came to be
Ash has spoken to our u3a on a number of occasions now - and on a wide range of subjects. He is always informative, knowledgeable and humorous and this talk is no exception.