The trailblazing life of Frank Soo by Julian Cohen and Dave Carlisle
- The Blue Room, The Crescent Hotel
- Saturday 29 August
- 1.30pm
- free entry
- Accessibility Friendly
The Trailblazing Life of Frank Soo
From a Chinese laundry in Buxton to England footballer and manager in Scandinavia
Join local historian Julian Cohen and Dave Carlisle, Buxton F.C. mascot and Chair of the Friends of Buxton Station, for a fascinating talk exploring the remarkable life of Frank Soo. Born above his family’s Chinese laundry in Buxton, Soo went on to become the first player of Chinese heritage to represent England and later enjoyed a successful managerial career across Scandinavia.
Discover the story of a football pioneer whose achievements broke barriers and whose connection to Buxton remains an important part of the town’s heritage.
Booking
Free admission, donations welcome.
This event is part of Buxton Heritage Weekend, and donations are greatly appreciated to help support future heritage activities.
Seats are limited, so advance booking is essential.
Please note that access to the Blue Room is via The Crescent Hotel entrance and involves stairs.
Friends of BCHT enjoy discounts on selected event tickets.
Buxton Crescent is accessible by wheelchair and fitted with accessible lift and toilet facilities.
The Pump Room is one-level Assistance dogs are welcome in Buxton Crescent and the Pump Room.
We also have a hearing loop in The Pump Room.
Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust welcomes all to our attractions and events. Those that require the assistance of an essential carer to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit may ask for a complimentary essential carers ticket for their companion. These are available to anyone with an Access Card or anyone in receipt of the higher rate of Personal Independence Payments (PIP), Attendance Allowance (AA) or Disability Living Allowance (DLA).
Essential Carers tickets can be purchased alongside a standard ticket from the Pump Room, on the phone (01298 214577) or on the ticketing section of our website for events and the Buxton Crescent Experience.
The Pump Room is fitted with an accessible toilet.
Buxton Crescent has male, female and accessible toilets.
The Pavilion Gardens have public toilet facilities, just 5 minutes walk away.
Dogs are very welcome in the Pump Room and we always have complimentary dog treats at the Visitor Information desk.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the Buxton Crescent Experience and in the Assembly Rooms.
A variety of hot, cold and alcoholic drinks are usually available during events in the Pump Room.
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