Ullswater’s independent bookshop, Verey Books, will welcome author Chris Butterfield for a celebration of guidebook writer Alfred Wainwright on Wednesday, October 18, at 7pm.
Wainwright Memories chronicles three little-known stories involving Alfred Wainwright that took place over consecutive years, 1988-90.
The stories are based on reminiscences by Wainwright’s former publisher Andrew Nichol and are accompanied with illustrative maps by Pictorial Guide reviser Chris Jesty.
Chris Butterfield takes Andrew Nichol on a journey to revisit several locations featured in each story. Andrew reminisces about Wainwright, and they recreate many photographs taken over 30 years earlier.
A lifelong love of the outdoors and admiration for Alfred Wainwright inspired Yorkshire-born engineer Chris Butterfield to build an archive that would honour the world-famous fell walker and safeguard his legacy.
Assisted by his wife, Priscilla, Chris has amassed an extensive private collection of Wainwright material and created a popular Facebook group, Alfred Wainwright Books & Memorabilia, and a website, alfredwainwright.co.uk
He has published numerous articles about Wainwright and appeared on television and radio to discuss the life, work and achievements of the late, great fell wanderer.
Chris Butterfield — the “Wainwright aficionado” — is not only Alfred Wainwright’s most dedicated archivist but also a great modern-day ambassador of AW’s legacy, with huge enthusiasm and passion for helping keep the interest in Wainwright alive for the next generation.
Bookshop owner Al Verey said: “I can’t wait to find out more and celebrate the legend that is Wainwright with Chris, who is a world-leading expert on one of the Lake District’s most famous authors.
“I do hope that as the nights draw in, we see both regulars and ‘newbies’ at our next Words on Wednesday event.”
Tickets cost £10 and include a welcome drink. To book, visit www.vereybooks.co.uk. Verey Books is located in Pooley Bridge on the shores of Ullswater. For further information, to book for these events or to buy gift vouchers or book subscriptions, visit www.vereybooks.co.uk
