Programme
The Society runs an annual programme of talks and other activities, plus the AGM. These are normally held at the Yew Tree Hall in Lorton. Talks at meetings will also be streamed to members using Zoom. Extra events may be added.
For the Zoom talks members need to supply an email address.
Talks normally start at 7.30pm
Events in 2024/5
Details of our next event.
22-25 Oct 2024
Research access for members
to the Leconfield Archive at Cockermouth Castle.
14 Nov 2024
The rise and fall of maritime West Cumberland.
Alan Bell
20 Mar 2025
Postponed Getting to know John Peel: my
experience of learning about Cumbria's history.
Dr Christopher Donaldson
15 May 2025
Countess Ossalinsky and the
Thirlmere Dam.
Ian Hall
12 Jun 2025
Our AGM followed by 'Names in the
Landscape'.
Professor Angus Winchester
18 Sep 2025
Clouties and Mud - Long Meg Stone Circle
and Birdoswald Roman fort.
Bruce Bennison
13 Nov 2025
The Great Enchantress: Ann
Radcliffe's 1794 Tour to the Lakes.
Bruce Bennison
Talks are included in the membership, and visitors are welcome to attend the talks at the hall at £4.00 cash including refreshments afterwards.
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