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What's on: Appreciation
Lectures
York Georgian Society regularly hosts a series of talks covering all aspects of Georgian history, architecture, society and culture. The lectures programme runs from October to February each year and is free for members and £8 for non-members. You can register for the events below and add them to your calendar although no advanced booking is required.
In 2025, the talks will take place on Saturday afternoons at 2.30pm at York Medical Society, Stonegate, York, YO1 8AW. You can find more information about the venue here. Please contact us for information on accessibility.
Upcoming Events
Thu, 27 MarThe RetreatYork Georgian Society invites you to join us for an afternoon getting to know The Retreat, prior to its conversion to residential use. This is a rare chance to see inside the historic mental healthcare facility famous for pioneering the humane treatment of patients in the 18th century.
Sat, 12 AprYorkYork is well known for its pioneering approach to conservation and heritage led regeneration. From Esher to the UK World Heritage Tentative List, conservation of York's past has long dominated its planning agenda. But how successful has it been in retaining what makes the city special?
Wed, 09 JulFarnley HallJoin York Georgian Society on a visit to Farnley Hall, a 17th century house extended and remodelled by John Carr in the 1780s.
Sat, 16 AugWeston HallJoin York Georgian Society for a tour of Weston Hall and afternoon tea in this intriguing building, showcasing an eclectic mixture of architectural styles from the 15th to the 19th centuries.
View Past Talks
York Georgian Society
View the 2022-2023 lecture programme here
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