Cumberland Lodge Today
Today Cumberland Lodge is an educational charity initiating fresh debate on the burning questions facing society. It is used for academic workshops and short residential courses by groups of students, primarily from universities, who go there to examine the fundamental assumptions underlying political, economic and scientific activities. In addition, through a programme of conferences, discussions and external events, Cumberland Lodge encourages discussion on issues of national and international significance. It is an independent foundation and is therefore able to promote frank exchanges of views and cross-sector co-operation on matters affecting the development of society. Cumberland Lodge initiates about ten conferences a year, as well as a series of free evening talks. Their aim is particularly to explore connections in the following areas: International affairs, especially concerning the Commonwealth or Europe; Religion and Ethics; Education; Culture and Society; Law and Order; Media and Society.
By reflecting on particular issues in terms of their wider ramifications, their conferences give participants the opportunity to gain fresh insights and to make new contacts. At least one conference a year is dedicated to postgraduate students, bringing them together from many institutions and disciplines. Other conferences are for people in any walk of life with a commitment to the topic.
It is not open to the general public for viewing, however there are open days, conferences and free lectures throughout the year. You can also see various interior and exterior shots of Lodge in the film The King's Speech.
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