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What on earth did Cistercian monks do – and why?
what on earth did Cistercian monks do – and why? How liturgical practice influenced the architecture and running of the monastery and how Cistercian reform played out in the monasteries using Rievaulx Abbey as a case study.

The Foord Watercourses on Bransdale Moor
Join us on Friday, 21st February 2025, for a fascinating talk by archaeologist Ed Dennison on Joseph Foord’s historic watercourses. Learn how this 18th-century engineer transformed water supply to dry villages with innovative channels across Bransdale Moor.

Mapping the town – the story of Scarborough from old maps
Join us for an engaging talk on Friday, 17th January at 7:30 PM, as Chris Hall explores Scarborough’s history through old maps. Hosted at the North Yorkshire Moors Park Authority offices. All welcome!