Talks & Lectures in North Yorkshire

Local history, expert speakers, and Q&As that go on longer than the talk itself. Surprisingly gripping, every time.

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Around £24.50

History Tour & Talk

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Tue 28 Jul11:00Goldsborough Cricket Club

via Goldsborough Cricket Club

Talks & Lectures

Curator Talk: Georgian Dress and Textiles

Curator Talk: Georgian Dress and Textiles Friday 7 August 2026, 3pm – 3.30pm Included in general admission Join Curator of Social History, Dr Faye Prior, for a talk about c.18th dress and textiles on display in York Castle Museum’s Secrets of Dress gallery. From patch boxes to knitted silk breeches: every object has its own secret, and Faye’s talk will reveal the secrets behind these fascinating and beautiful Georgian objects. There will be time following the talk to ask questions. Meet in the Secrets of Dress gallery. This talk is held in association with York Georgian Festival. For more information about the programme, visit York Mansion House's website.

Fri 7 Aug15:00York Art Gallery

via York Art Gallery

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Talks & Lectures

Curator Talk: Georgian Dress and Textiles

Date: Friday 7 August 2026, 3:00 pm-3:30 pm Venue: York Castle Museum

Fri 7 Aug16:00York Castle Museum

via York Castle MuseumLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Men Talk

August 13th - 6.30pm - 8.30pm Influence Church Victoria Road Richmond

Thu 13 Aug18:30Zetland Christian Centre

via Zetland Christian Centre

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Around £24.50

History Tour & Talk

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Tue 25 Aug11:00Goldsborough Cricket Club

via Goldsborough Cricket Club

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Around £24.50

History Tour & Talk

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Tue 8 Sept11:00Goldsborough Cricket Club

via Goldsborough Cricket Club

Talks & Lectures

Ripon Cathedral Lecture Series

A stitch in time - painting with the needle Dr Jane Crease The few survivors (of which the Bayeux Tapestry is one) show the technical and artistic heights embroidery can reach.

Sun 20 Sept13:30Holy Trinity Church

via Holy Trinity Church

Talks & Lectures

Harrogate and the Dales Association Afternoon Lecture

Speaker : Phillip Burton

Sat 26 Sept14:30Holy Trinity Church

via Holy Trinity Church

Talks & Lectures

Jacqui Ritchie: Planning for Later Life

Nurse Jacqui Ritchie discusses planning for later life, including care options and Power of Attorney.

Thu 1 Oct20:00All Saints' Church

via All Saints' ChurchLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Talk: Planning for later life by Jacqui Ritchie

A talk by nursing expert Jacqui Ritchie on navigating care home decisions, Power of Attorney, and planning for the future.

Thu 1 Oct20:00All Saints' Church

via All Saints' ChurchLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Talk: Planning for Later Life with Jacqui Ritchie

Jacqui Ritchie discusses navigating care options, power of attorney, and planning for the future.

Thu 1 Oct20:00All Saints' Church

via All Saints' ChurchLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Jacqui Ritchie: Planning for Later Life

Jacqui Ritchie will talk about planning for later life, including choosing care for ourselves and/or our loved ones

Thu 1 Oct20:30All Saints' Church

via All Saints' ChurchLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Planning for Later Life

Jacqui Ritchie talks about planning for later life and care options

Thu 1 Oct20:30All Saints' Church

via All Saints' ChurchLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Talk: Jacqui Ritchie on planning for later life

A talk covering the decisions involved in choosing care for yourself or loved ones, including information on power of attorney and care options.

Thu 1 Oct20:30All Saints' Church

via All Saints' ChurchLocal gem

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Around £24.50

History Tour & Talk

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Tue 6 Oct11:00Goldsborough Cricket Club

via Goldsborough Cricket Club

Live MusicTalks & Lectures

Music Careers Panel for Secondary Schools

Come and find out about careers in music! We’re hosting a careers panel at Middlesbrough Town Hall for secondary students. We want young people from the Tees Valley to aspire to do amazing things! There are so many career paths available in music and we want to highlight what young people can achieve in our area. Our panel of local professionals will reflect the huge variety of musical professions available, inspiring young people to think more about careers around their strengths and interests and pursue a career in music. We’ll also have a number of stalls from post-16 education providers for young people to discuss music education in college and beyond. The panel will be hosted by Shakk, BBC Introducing presenter and musician, with panellists: Sarah Wilson, Co-founder of Tracks Darlington Jodie Nicholson, Musician and Creative Practitioner Ian Allcock, Photographer Further information This event is open to all secondary-aged students as well as home educating families. Questions for our panellists can be submitted in advance. This event will include live BSL interpretation. Places are free. To book your seats please email  with a booking form. Find out more about our Schools Programme.

Mon 12 Oct14:00Middlesbrough Music Centre

via Middlesbrough Music Centre

Talks & Lectures

Harrogate and the Dales Association Afternoon Lecture

Speaker : Malcolm Brooke

Sat 24 Oct14:30Holy Trinity Church

via Holy Trinity Church

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