PUBLIC SPEAKING
Dorset author and historian, Nigel J Clarke
“I have an interest in everything but a deep knowledge of little”
Nigel J Clarke offers 3 public speaking types in the below subject areas:
Fossils of the Jurassic coast and Mary Anning
Shipwrecks of Lyme Bay
German Aerial photography of the UK taken by the Luftwaffe 1936-1944
These have been given previously to a variety of groups including Rotary Clubs, historic societies and schools.
Nigel has two other websites which relate to many of his publications.
Born in 1955, Nigel Clarke is a prolific author, writer, and publisher, residing near the picturesque coastal town of Lyme Regis. Over the years, he has cultivated a diverse body of work that reflects his passion for a variety of subjects, including folklore, witchcraft, Jurassic fossils, and shipwrecks.
Nigel’s extensive writing portfolio includes local guides that explore the rich heritage of notable sites such as Thomas Hardy’s literary landscapes, Avebury, Cerne Abbas, Salisbury, Bath, and Glastonbury. His dedication to documenting the local culture and history is further exemplified by his role as the publisher of local tide tables, providing essential information for residents and visitors alike.
In addition to his local work, Nigel has authored three significant books on the German Luftwaffe’s aerial reconnaissance missions over the UK from 1936 to 1944. His expertise in this area has made him a sought-after speaker, where he engages various groups and societies with presentations on the Luftwaffe archive, the pioneering fossil hunter Mary Anning, the fascinating Jurassic Coast, and the shipwrecks of Lyme Bay.
Nigel Clarke continues to inspire and educate through his writing and speaking engagements, making valuable contributions to both local and historical narratives.