Leek and District Historical Society
Exploring the history of Leek
and the surrounding villages.
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Who We Are
Leek and District Historical Society is for people interested in the history and development of Leek and the surrounding villages in north Staffordshire. Our mission is to preserve and promote the rich history of this region. We organize events, monthly talks (September to June) and walking tours to help people learn about the
fascinating history of our community.
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Monday 13 April:
‘LEEK: the first millennium'
A film by Ray Johnson and Gerald Mee.
When Leek was mentioned in the Doomsday Book, it had a population of just ‘28 households’. From that insignificant beginning, this film tells the story of Leek as a market town and its steady growth in the Middle Ages, the rise and fall of its silk industry and its philanthropic mill owners, to the turn of the 21st century. This fascinating film will be preceded by our annual general meeting.
7.30pm at Foxlowe in the Bromfield Room.
Doors open at 7pm. All Welcome.
Non-members £5 (cash or card)