The Lune Valley and the West Indies: Sugar, Cotton and the Slavery Economy Lecture

Schedule

Fri Oct 23 2026 at 12:00 pm to 01:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Judges' Lodgings, Lancaster | Lancaster, EN

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An exploration of the many connections between farming and yeomen families in the Lune Valley and Britain’s sugar colonies in the West Indies. What darker history lies beneath the story of this beautiful local valley? Dr Mike Winstanley is back with a special talk to mark Black History Month.
Booking required. Adults £5 includes tea/coffee, biscuit and museum entry.
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