THE REDISCOVERY of Ilkley's Roman Past will be the theme of a coffee morning at the town's Manor House.
The event will take place from 10.30am to 11.30am on Friday, April 29.
A spokesperson said: "The early 1600’s saw the beginnings of British history as we know it. A milestone was passed with the publication of William Camden’s Britannia, his great survey of the country which went through various editions up to the time of his death in 1623. Camden came to Ilkley and saw the Verbeia Stone, the famous Romano-British artefact which is now in the Manor House. "Almost certainly he met the local squire, William Middelton who had a copy of the stone made which shows us how the original looked and is now to be displayed side-by-side with it. Adam White tells the story.
"This will be our first in person talk since 2020, and will also be live streamed on the internet."
Seats are limited and can be reserved in advance by buying a ticket. Tickets cost £3 (with a booking fee) and include tea/coffee. Register for free to receive the live stream.
Visit https://www.ilkleymanorhouse.org/event/coffee-morning-the-rediscovery-of-ilkleys-roman-past/ to buy tickets or to register for the live stream.
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