A walk through the Social History of Whitehaven Town.

Join us for a series of fascinating walks and talks uncovering the hidden stories and remarkable characters of Whitehaven’s past.

Tuesday 23 June – Caribbean and Virginia Trade Connections

Discover the deep secrets of Somerset House, hear the extraordinary story of Jamaican-born James Jones – survivor of the Battle of Trafalgar who later became known as Whitehaven’s “Indian King”

Tuesday 14 July – Public Health

Learn where a famous lion tamer spent his winters and explore the town’s 35 year struggle for clean water and sanitation that helped lead to Britain’s first Public Health Act

Tuesday 28 July- Pubs

Find out about the quiet Whitehaven housewife who became a global ambassador for the Temperance Movement, and uncover how avoiding the Press Gang became an art form along the harbour streets.

A captivating journey through the people, places and untold histories that shaped Whitehaven. 

**Pre-booking is preferable but not compulsory. In the event of poor weather and the walk being cancelled an alternative talk in the Beacon may be provided.**