Kingdom of Alms: Talk
Pontefract Town Hall, 3 Bridge Street, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1PG
'Alms giving' is the traditional expression for charitable relief.
Pontefract was once known as 'The Kingdom of Alms'. This was because no fewer than ten almshouses were founded in the town by the end of the 18th century, and many additional endowments were also made in cash and kind.
Almshouses were actually called 'hospitals' in medieval times.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 20 September:
- 11:30
Location & directions
Pontefract Town Hall, 3 Bridge Street, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 1PG
- Directions:
- The Town Hall is situated in the heart of the town centre.
- Contact on day:
- Eric Jackson
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- via Eventbrite
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-open-days-talk-kingdom-of-alms-by-eric-jackson-tickets-1573991774769?aff=oddtdtcreator
Accessibility details
Lifts are available in the Town Hall for the talk on the first floor.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 60
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
