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Moor and Madness - A Brief History of Lancaster Moor Hospital Lunchtime Lecture

Type:Lecture

Judges Lodgings Museum, Castle Hill, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1YS

Tel: 01524581241

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Moor and Madness - A Brief History of Lancaster Moor Hospital Lunchtime Lecture

Get an insight into the intriguing history of the 'First Lancashire County Asylum' built in Lancaster in 1816 'for the better care and maintenance of lunatics'. It was originally open to house those with mental illness who would previously have languished in local prisons and workhouses. The many treatments in the Asylum reflected changes in the attitudes towards people with Mental Illness. The hospital existed for nearly 200 years and underwent constant changes during that time. Find out more about the development and demise of Lancaster's asylum from former nurse and amateur historian Gary Bradshaw.

Booking required. To book, please go to the events page of the website.

We run a popular lecture programme and regularly repeat lectures if there is demand. If this event is sold out, please...Read More

Get an insight into the intriguing history of the 'First Lancashire County Asylum' built in Lancaster in 1816 'for the better care and maintenance of lunatics'. It was originally open to house those with mental illness who would previously have languished in local prisons and workhouses. The many treatments in the Asylum reflected changes in the attitudes towards people with Mental Illness. The hospital existed for nearly 200 years and underwent constant changes during that time. Find out more about the development and demise of Lancaster's asylum from former nurse and amateur historian Gary Bradshaw.

Booking required. To book, please go to the events page of the website.

We run a popular lecture programme and regularly repeat lectures if there is demand. If this event is sold out, please add your name to the waiting list and we will be in touch if the lecture is run again.

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Season 23 May 2025
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Friday12:00 - 13:00

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£5 per ticket includes admission to the museum and a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit.

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