What’s on
Featured exhibitions

Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery
A major exhibition on the woman behind the books.

Conquest: The Making of Norman England
A major exhibition exploring the impact of William the Conqueror on England.
All Events
List of Events

How to Build a Library
Thursday 8 October 18.30 A screening of the acclaimed documentary followed by Q&A.

PEN Pinter Prize 2026: Jacqueline Rose
Thursday 8 October 19.00 The annual prize in memory of Nobel-Laureate playwright Harold Pinter.

Coaching session 4: Financial planning
Friday 9 October 10.00 –Friday 18 December 11.00 These coaching sessions will guide you through the fundamentals of starting a business.

The Wordsworth Lecture: The Poetry That Changed The World
Friday 9 October 19.00 William and Dorothy Wordsworth at Rydal.

Get Creative
Once a month on Saturdays, 11.00 A monthly art workshop for people living with dementia, aphasia, or other neurological conditions.

What is a trade mark and how to search for one?
Monday 12 October 13.00 Customers need to be able to identify your business from your competition in a highly competitive market place.
An Evening with Melanie C
Monday 12 October 19.00 An exclusive in-conversation, celebrating National Album Day.

An Introduction to Patents and Patent Searching
Tuesday 13 October 12.00 This online workshop will explain the basics behind patents, patent protection and registration.

Getting It Made
Tuesday 13 October 14.00 A practical and inspiring webinar focusing on sourcing and production management for fashion and accessory brands