Programme 2024

WINTER TALKS

in St Anne’s Church, Ings, LA8 9PY.  Monthly on 3rd Thursdays (during winter) at 7.30pm.

Non-members welcome – just turn up or contact staveleyhistorysociety@gmail.com

or phone Events Secretary (David Telford-Reed 01539 822036)

2024

January 18th: “The gunpowder industry in Cumbria” with Ian Tyler.   Ian is an award winning author, historian and museum curator.

February 15th: ‘History of Gilkes of Kendal’ with Chris Crewdson. Chris was a Director of Gilbert Gilkes and Gordon Ltd for over twenty years. He will talk about the history of the company, its products, its people and its contribution to Kendal.

March 21st: Restoring an iconic historic building’ with Andy Lowe. Andy, Kendal resident and our most prolific speaker, worked to conserve the architectural heritage in the Lake District National Park for many years.

April 18th: ‘Harriet Martineau’s life in Amblesidewith Dr. Christopher Donaldson. Chris is a Senior Lecturer at Lancaster University and has an expertise in the cultural and social history of the North West.

Further Dates – details to be advised

Summer Walks: May 16th, June 20th, July 18th

Autumn Talks: October 17th, November 21st

 

 

 

 

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