The Blitz in May 1941 robbed Hull city centre of one of its major social and cultural attractions - Powolny's Restaurant in King Edward Street, popularly known as Polly's. Reaching its zenith between the wars, Polly's became a byword for style and excellence, under its Greek proprietor, Petro Louis Dermond. Renowned for its luxuriously glamorous settings and cuisine masterminded by continental chefs, it was simply 'THE place to be'. The colourful story of Polly's and its personalities is chronicled in this presentation by Petro's grandson, Robin, who rekindles the sense of joy and affectionate awe it inspired. Artist, writer, poet and lecturer, Robin grew up in Hull - a city for which he has much affection. His father Maurice was a playwright, broadcaster and businessman, his paternal grandfather Robert, an artist, writer, historian and Art Master at Bridlington School. A double CD of the full story of Powolny's will be available for sale on the night.
New members always welcome!
Join at any meeting - £15 a year.
NEW VENUE: Council Chamber, Hedon Town Hall, 36 St Augustine's Gate, Hedon HU12 8EX, 7.30pm.
Access: the Council Chamber is situated on the first floor of Hedon Town Hall, accessed via two flights of shallow stairs with a continuous handrail.
Parking: free of charge in the Iveson Close car park. Map here.
E: hedon.history@gmail.com
COMING UP:
8 May: President's Evening, Dr Robb Robinson, 'From Tramps to Tycoons: Hull and the Steamship Era'
12 June: Visit - tbc
12 June: Visit - tbc
10 July: Visit - tbc
14 Aug: Visit - tbc
11 Sept: tbc
9 Oct: AGM / Members' Evening13 Nov: tbc
11 Dec: Xmas Dinner