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STORY TALK: The Lancashire Riots

STORY TALK: The Lancashire Riots

Name: STORY TALK: The Lancashire Riots
Start: 2026-09-26T00:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-09-26T00:00:00+01:00
Location: Lancaster City Museum

Date 26th Sept 2026 00:00

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About STORY TALK: The Lancashire Riots

This talk is part of the 2026 story tours and talks programme by Lancaster City Museums. Visit the Museums website to see the full list of events and book online.The Lancashire Riots of 1826, with Colin Penny.In 1826, desperate weavers in East Lancashire destroyed over 1,100 power looms in just four days. This talk explores the riots, their causes, and the trials that followed.Talk lasts about one hour, followed by 30 minutes for refreshments and relaxed questions and answers.

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