Thirsk: Historic Experiences

York: Historic Experiences

Available to 4 April 2025

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Book Historic Experiences tickets for some of the best history tours in Yorkshire and Sussex

Providing bespoke guided historical tours of Hastings and Thirsk, join Historical Experiences and delve into the past of some of England's oldest cities and discover what makes Hastings and Thirsk what they are!

Created and produced by local historical author and archaeologist Tina Brown, Historic Experiences was born out of knowledge for the areas and a passion for history. After working on numerous TV shows and publications, Tina has found the perfect way to engage guests in the wonderful, rich heritage that Hastings and Thirsk have to offer.

North Yorkshire: Historic Experiences in Thirsk

Get ready for an afternoon filled with WW1 research, stories and history in Thirsk:

  • All tickets include refreshments!
  • Date: Friday 4th April 
  • Time: 2-4pm
  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages! Under 16's require an accompanying adult.
  • Meeting Point: Thirsk Library, Meadowfields, Chapel St, Thirsk, YO7 1TH

What's On Historic Experiences in Thirsk?

Would you like to research your WW1 Ancestors but don't know where to begin? Then this is the perfect workshop for you!

  • Discover why family history is so much more important than just names and dates
  • During WW1, 6 million men served in the war from Britain alone
  • With over 750,000 deaths and 2 million wounded, you could be related to them
  • Join Tina as she shares her own WW1 research
  • Explore her findings and results
  • Discover the journey that Tina is Making in May 2025

The idea of this introductory session is to start you on your own research journey and guide you in the right direction. Future dates will be arranged to catch up and offer additional help.

Book Historic Experiences tickets for some of the best walking tours in North Yorkshire and East Sussex!

Meeting Point for Thirsk

Thirsk Clock Tower,
North Yorkshire,
YO7 1TF
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How to find us

Meeting Point for Thirsk: Thirsk Clock Tower, Thirsk, YO7 1TF

Due to the nature of the cities that you'll be exploring with Historic Experiences, the tours are currently not wheelchair accessible. 

Meeting Point for Thirsk: Thirsk Clock Tower, Thirsk, YO7 1TF

Meeting Point for Hastings: Butler's Gap, George Street, Hastings, TN34 3EE

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