Illustrated Talks

Some of the talks can be adapted to include information about the area where your group is based.

Group Bookings – At Your Venue

A flat fee of £65 is charged (+ travel expenses which will be calculated on booking enquiry – relating to cost of fuel/bridge tolls etc)

If your group has Zoom facilities, and you would prefer to book one of the talks in this format only the flat fee of £65 will be charged.

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19th Century Blake Street, York

Who lived in Blake Street during the 19th century and what trades did they work in? This talk looks at the residents

19th Century Lendal, York

Who lived in Lendal during the 19th century and what trades did they work in? This talk looks at the

A Day In the Life Of An Archaeologist

Discover what happens from planning to report writing Today most archaeological sites are chosen because an Archaeological Condition has been added

Archaeology Along the A63

Looking at the section of the A63 between Howden and Hull we find out about the archaeological discoveries which are helping us to understand

Assembly Rooms, York

New for 2021 Discover the history of the Assembly Rooms, Blake Street, York. Dating from 1730, discover the story behind

Bottles

An opportunity to find out about some of the glass bottles which have been found during archaeological excavations in East

Butter Market, York

New for 2024 Find a little about the history of butter and discover the location of York’s Commercial Butter Market from

Chocolatiers & Confectioners of York

Discover the history of the chocolate & confectionery industry in York, looking at those who made the sweets loved by

Clifford’s Tower

This talk takes you through the historical journey of this area in York, from the Roman cemetery, the building of

Clues above the Eyeline

As we hurry through the streets of York, as a visitor or resident we may miss the hidden secrets above

Clues at Foot Level

As we hurry through the streets of York, as a visitor or resident we may miss the hidden secrets at

Coins

A brief history of the coins used in Britain This talk takes a look at some of the coins which have