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The Diaries of William Watson, Bailiff of Sewerby Home Farm 1910 to 1915: an illustrated talk

The Old Chemist's Shop, 64a High Street, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO16 4QA

  • 15 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking required
  • | Talk

William Watson kept a detailed daily diary of his time at Sewerby, providing a rare insight into the everyday working life of a farm manager, including his weekly business in Old Town, the jobs he allocated to the farmworkers, and the start of WW1.

A talk about the day to day life of Sewerby's farm bailiff, William Watson, using information from his diaries.

Timings

Tuesday 15 September:
1900

Location & directions

The Old Chemist's Shop, 64a High Street, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO16 4QA

Directions:
located in the heart of Bridlington Old Town, on High Street
Contact on day:
Michelle Stephens
Telephone number:
+447944384786

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Please call in the shop to collect a free ticket. The shop is usually open Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 - 4, Fridays 10 - 3, and Saturdays 10 - 4.
Booking contact name:
Michelle Stephens
Booking telephone number:
+447944384786
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking opens:
11 Aug 2026 10:00 AM

Accessibility details

The talk will be held on the first floor, reached by stairs only.

Additional information

Free on street parking after 6 p.m., limited to one hour between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The shop front and interior are well preserved from the 19th century, and is in the heart of Bridlington Old Town. The tickets are available on a first come, first served basis, at the shop.

Max number of people:
25
Estimated duration:
1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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