# Event Details - **Event Name**: Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for some of the hidden histories of local places, and stories about people of the past.About this EventWelcome to 'Let's Talk History' our series of talks on history on all different sorts of topics; from local legends to national scandals. Below you will find the details of our upcoming talks which will be held at Leigh Town Hall. Each event starts at 7:00pm.Tuesday 17th March - 'Clog Dancing: An Illustrated History & Fascinating Facts' by Alex FisherAlex Fisher brings history to life with an entertaining talk on this local tradition, complete with live clog dancing!Tuesday 17th April - 'Textiles & treason: Lieven Bauwens and his English Workers' by Terry DeanIn the closing years of the 18th century, the success of the English development ofcotton textiles had become an obsession for the Belgian industrialist Lieven Bauwens.He was determined to bring that same success to his hometown of Ghent and beyond,but he realized this would be no easy task as his homeland were part of NapoleonBonaparte's France, which was at war with England.The only way was to smuggle cotton machinery and the men skilled in operating itacross the water, and he did so, aided by Englishmen willing to leave their country inexchange for financial gain, with plenty of espionage, mutiny, betrayal, a ‘hanging’, imprisonment, danger, and financial risk…and, of course, love & marriageNote: Ticket price includes refreshment of tea/coffee and biscuits.Note: Further talks will be released later in the year. There are no talks planned for July, August or December 2026.Additional Information:Wheelchair accessibleAccessible toilet facilitiesHearing Loop availableFree parking on Bengal Street Car Park (adjacent to Leigh Town Hall) after 6pm - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leigh/lets-talk-history-history-talks-at-the-archives/100001977375197445 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Leigh Town Hall - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 2, max: 2, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Leigh - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Leigh Town Hall - **lat**: 53.49725979999999 - **long**: -2.5191732 - **full address**: Leigh Town Hall, Market Street, Leigh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/90c21a1b378f34ddc9509ab5642f0b8873a52aeb02a6d393c9fe48e4a454dab3-rimg-w1200-h900-dc030202-gmir.jpg?v=1774133191 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives being held? - **A:** Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives takes place on Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Leigh Town Hall, Market Street, Leigh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives? - **A:** Tickets for Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives are priced at GBP 2 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionGBP 2Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives? - **A:** Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives is organized by Wigan Council. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Let's Talk History - History Talks at the Archives is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Leigh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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