Social events
Thursday
Visit to Lindisfarne, featuring a guest academic lecture
Lindisfarne is a small island with a lot of history, which – despite being connected to the mainland by road twice a day – is surprisingly difficult to get to. Oh, and it feels like the end of the earth. This is why the HA is offering to take you there, so we do the hard work and you just take in the historical journey. Leaving by coach on the Thursday afternoon, before Conference has begun, the trip will take you along the Northumberland coast to Lindisfarne for an early-evening chance to look around the island and enter some of the landmarks (subject to negotiated opening times). We will even bring you back in time for a late supper. The tour will be supported by an additional online talk by leading academic Professor Richard Gameson, an expert on the Lindisfarne Gospels.
You can book to attend when registering for your conference ticket this is priced at £45 including VAT. Please note that the fee does not include entry costs to either English Heritage or National Trust properties on Holy Island.
Thursday 14 May: depart c. 14:30, return to Hilton no later than 21:30
Early bird walking tour of Newcastle
If you miss out on Lindisfarne and know that you will be busy in sessions over the Friday and Saturday, then why not join us for a walk on the Thursday evening? Taking in a few of the sights and sounds of the city of Newcastle, catch your bearings and learn some of the basic history of this rich and impressive city.
There is no charge for this tour but you can book to attend when signing up for your conference ticket.
Thursday 14 May: 14:00–15:00
Friday evening
Drinks reception
Don’t miss the free Friday evening drinks reception, open to all delegates. The HA Conference offers a wealth of networking opportunities with peers, speakers, and the vibrant history community.
18:45-19:30
Dinner and quiz
Join us for dinner and a quiz on the Friday night – a perfect blend of networking and fun! Test your history and general knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere while enjoying a delightful meal. Tickets are priced at £45 per person. This price includes starter, main and dessert served family-style with a welcome drink and the quiz.
19:30-22:00
