Talk: Dr William Ackland, a nineteenth century Bideford doctor
Con Club, 23 Bridgeland Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2QA
Dr William Ackland, a nineteenth century Bideford doctor a talk by Liz Shakespeare
Dr William Ackland, one of the main characters in Liz Shakespeare’s book The Turning of the Tide, practised in Bridgeland Street from 1851 – 1893. His home is now the Con Club (formerly Conservative Working Men’s Club). Dr Ackland was born 200 years ago in 1825 and was the first Medical Officer of Health for Bideford. He played a big role in setting up the Dispensary on the Quay and the first isolation hospital on Alverdiscott Road.
In this talk, Liz will describe how she researched his life and work and will read extracts from her book.
Organised as part of Bridgeland Street Open Day Thursday 17 September
Timings
- Thursday 17 September:
- 1100-1200
Location & directions
Con Club, 23 Bridgeland Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2QA
- Contact on day:
- Teresa
- Telephone number:
- +447818028021
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please book tickets FREE through eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talk-dr-william-ackland-a-nineteenth-century-bideford-doctor-tickets-1996979213585?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talk-dr-william-ackland-a-nineteenth-century-bideford-doctor-tickets-1996979213585?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Booking opens:
- 13 Aug 2026 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 17 Sep 2026 01:00 AM
Accessibility details
Doors will open from 1030 Steps up to front door
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 50
- Estimated duration:
- 1 hour(s)
