'Thank you for tonight's talk. Fascinating! Concise, accurate and left you wanting more, or at least looking at the area in a new way. What could be better?'
'As new members we thoroughly enjoyed the talk and the photographs last night and are looking forward to the next one.'
'An interesting insight not only to the Poor Laws in the 19th century, but also into how historical researchers work and the sources they use.'
'Absolutely fascinating talk, thank you.'
'Thank you! Great maps'
All talks this year will be held at Clements Hall, starting at 7.45 pm.
Please note we are unable to let you in until 7.30pm, because of earlier activity in the Hall.
Friday 23 January 2026
Blossom Street through time
Susan Major
Friday 20 March 2026
York Mystery Plays: the 75th anniversary of their revival
Margaret Scott
Friday 22 May 2026
Micklegate and Bishophill in close-up
Catherine Sotheran
Friday 25 September 2026
York’s Inner Ring Road: 90 years on
Peter Thompson
Friday 27 November 2026
The Changing Story of the Odeon site on Blossom Street
Jenny Collieson
Changes to membership fees
In 2026 we will be offering two types of membership:
Full Membership at £10 pa (with free entry to all talks)
Online Membership at £5 pa (with links provided to recordings of our talks).
Non-members are very welcome to come to our talks, paying £3 per talk.
