A special event has been arranged to enable heritage enthusiasts, academics, and curious residents to explore Spalding’s fascinating history. Arranged for Saturday 28th November and running from 10.30am to 3pm, this symposium offers everyone the chance to delve deeper into the town’s past.
Held at Ayscoughfee Hall Museum, the event has been organised by Spalding Gentlemen’s Society and the VCH Spalding project. It is supported by the University of Leicester and the Fenland Heritage Network.
“We welcome everyone to join us who has an interest in history or simply wants to learn more about Spalding’s past,” says Michael Gilbert, President of Spalding Gentlemen’s Society. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to hear from expert speakers and uncover insights about our town. However, spaces are limited, so we recommend booking early to guarantee your place.”
The programme for the morning includes a look at the ‘Study of Urban History’ by Dr James Moore from the Centre for Urban History (University of Leicester), and ‘Sanitation in Lincolnshire’ by Dr Richard Jones from the Centre for Local and Regional History (University of Leicester).
In the afternoon, we will also hear about ‘Medical Care in Spalding in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries’ from the VCH Victoria County History Lincolnshire – Spalding group’s Sue Hughes. Dr Dustin Frazier Wood from Spalding Gentlemen’s Society will cover ‘Society and Town: The Gentlemen’s Society in Spalding’ and Dr Gabby Storey will discuss ‘Spalding: The VCH Project and a New Era of Local History’.
Tickets are £20 each. The price includes lunch and a tour of Ayscoughfee Hall Museum. Limited spaces are available; please book online at www.sgsoc.org/events/spalding-local-history
