List of Events
The early memoirs of William Smith Hesleden (1774-1854), solicitor and antiquarian of Barton-upon-Humber with Dr Martin Watkinson, FSA – a Barton Civic Society talk
Martin will describe how he found the memoirs of William Smith Hesleden in a university library in America and what they tell us about life in Barton at the end of the eighteenth century. He will describe William’s education and apprenticeship, his friendship with Sir John Nelthorpe, his work amongst the poor, and his love of drawing, local history and architecture which has left us a wonderful legacy of published and unpublished work. £4 for non-members
Talk at Far Ings – Four Months Working in Costa Rica
Former residential volunteer at Far Ings, Jamie Kennedy, talks about her time working in Costa Rica. After her time as a residential volunteer at Far Ings, Jamie Kennedy spent four months working out in Costa Rica. She will share her experience along with pictures from her time out there. Organised by Barton Area Group, this free event starts at 7.30pm. Refreshments will be available, and there is free parking in the Visitor Centre car park. Everyone is welcome; you don't…
Vere Foster: Changing Lives for the Irish Poor with Jean Cannon & Ian Wolseley – a Barton Civic Society talk
During the Great Famine of the 1840s in Ireland, Vere Foster assisted the poor, helping with the re-settlement of thousands of emigrants to North America escaping starvation and disease. For those unable to emigrate he set his sights on improving their life chances by lifting educational standards in Irish schools. Jean Cannon revisits this momentous period in Irish history and Ian Wolseley explains how a seemingly innocuous bundle of family letters revealed a family link to this great man. £4…
Rex Russell Memorial Saturday School
Following the success of the inaugural Rex Russell Memorial Lecture in 2024 the Civic Society and Wilderspin & National School Museum are once again joining forces to present an extended session focussing on themes dear to Rex delivered in the manner of his popular Saturday Schools . Keynote speakers: Keith Miller, a former adult education colleague of Rex, will speak about Rex’s work researching the Charities, Friendly Societies and labouring movements of the 1800s - early examples of…
Discordant Noises – ‘riding the stang’ and ‘skimmington rides’ with Dr. Andrew Walker, Chair of the Society for Lincolnshire History & Archaeology – a Barton Civic Society talk
This curious folk custom in Europe and North America throughout the nineteenth century involved crowds making as much noise as possible by beating on pots and pans or anything that came to hand, creating what was known as rough music. This is another chance to hear Andrew Walker explain how these events enabled communities to regulate themselves and impart their own “rough justice”. £4 for non-members
A History of Hessle Cliff with Dr. Alex Ombler (Curator, Goole Museum) – a Barton Civic Society talk
Dr. Alex Ombler (Curator, Goole Museum) explores the natural, industrial and social history of Hessle Cliff from pre-history to the present day. A little-known place on the north bank of the Humber Estuary, the cliff forms the southern-most tip of the chalk Wolds of Yorkshire. While the cliff has been of immense interest to geologists, it was also a place of industry. Quarrying and lime burning took place from at least the medieval period and during the 17th century, it…
East Hull Revisited – a Barton Civic Society talk
East Hull has a fascinating mix of old and new buildings including 14 Listed, two Garden Villages and the last of the City’s windmills. It also boasts an award-winning public park of 130 acres and a stately home. This is an area Colin Cooper knows well, and this informal discussion session is based on his many unique images of the buildings that have given East Hull its character including the houses, places of entertainment and, crucially, the workplaces where the…
Victorian Barton
Discover the town’s Victorian legacy during this circular guided walk starting and ending at the Wilderspin School Museum. Ninety minutes tour with refreshments to finish. Car parking and toilets at the museum. Booking essential via The Ropewalk (01652) 660380. Two sessions - 11am - 12.30pm and 2pm - 3.30pm.
Victorian Barton
Discover the town’s Victorian legacy during this circular guided walk starting and ending at the Wilderspin School Museum. Ninety minutes tour with refreshments to finish. Car parking and toilets at the museum. Booking essential via The Ropewalk (01652) 660380 Free
Barton to New Holland Flood Tidal Alleviation Scheme with Mark Adams – Environment Agency
Flooding is a long-standing problem for the communities of Barton, Barrow, and New Holland. Previous tidal flood incidents have impacted lives, businesses, and homes highlighting the need for improved tidal flood defences and for communities in the area to be better prepared. This presentation showcases the development and outline solution to reduce flood risk from the Humber Estuary around Barton-upon-Humber by Mark Adams, Senior Specialist with the Environment Agency, responsible for Flood & Coastal Risk Management, will be followed by…
