Talks

The history and heritage of Staithes make our village utterly unique and continue to draw visitors. 

This year's specially curated heritage talks will feature intrepid women:

•  after her talks success in 2023, Staithes Gallery owner Al Milnes will bring to life Staithes Group impressionist artist Dame Laura Knight, the first woman elected to the Royal Academy and Britain's official war artist at the Nuremberg Trials...

• we're delighted to welcome Gordon Hetherington recounting the incredible life of pioneering 1860s Redcar resident Gertrude Bell - writer, traveller, political officer, administrator,  archaeologist and adventurer in the middle east...

• we're also hugely looking forward to National Trust curator Jonathan Wallis' talk about social reformer, poetess and playright Ruth Pennyman of Ormesby Hall and her 1930s scheme  providing vital work and support for unemployed iron miners and their families in East Cleveland.

• Plus scientist Chris Toth on searching for Dark Matter at Boulby Mine - back by public demand after selling out last year. And Al Milnes describing the Staithes lives and times of social realist painters the Staithes Group who came together 130 years ago in 1894 and really put Staithes on the map with their plein air paintings. 

Watch this space for more times TBC and talks by experts illuminating the history of Staithes and the area which make this part of the world so compelling. 

Pre-booking is advised for all, though there could be some cancellations on the day. Check in at HQ1 for walk-in tickets.