EVENT

York Residents Weekend Special Event

We are thrilled to participate in the York Residents Weekend with a captivating author Q&A.

Join us for a fascinating Q&A with Sydney Thorne, author of the biography Mary Ward: The First Sister of Feminism, exploring the legacy of one of history’s most significant yet unknown women. Sydney will be joined in conversation by Hannah Wilkinson, co-host of the podcast Two Girls One Book, for a compelling discussion delving into this Yorkshire woman’s extraordinary life and why her story is still relevant today.

As part of York Residents Festival but all are welcome.

• When: Saturday, January 31st, 2026
• Time:  11am
• Location: The Bar Convent, Bedingfield Suite
• Entry:  Free as part of York Residents Weekend but all are welcome

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