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Events, Excursions, Performances & Workshops

The below information relates to IMC 2023. Details for IMC 2024 will be published here in due course.

Making Leeds Medieval

How to Book

Every year the IMC runs a varied programme of events, excursions, performances, craft and professional development workshops, as well as film screenings and our public engagement day: Making Leeds Medieval.

Some events and activities are subject to an additional fee to cover costs associated with hosting the event. Tickets for these events can be purchased when you register online. Tickets for any events that have not sold out will be available from the Refectory Help Desk during the IMC. In some cases, a separate ticket purchase or booking is required and will be clearly indicated on the relevant event page. Free events do not require pre-booking, unless stated otherwise.

Some events can only accommodate a limited number of participants, so early booking is recommended. All events are offered on a first-come, first served basis and we are unable to operate waiting lists for fully-booked events. If you will not be able to attend an event you have booked, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your place to another delegate.

Events & Receptions

Every year the IMC runs a varied programme of events and activities for delegates and members of the public.

Medieval Society Pub Quiz

Monday 03 July, 20.00-21.00

Leeds University Union: Old Bar

Free of charge

Medieval Open Mic Night

Tuesday 04 July, 20.00-22.00

Emmanuel Centre: Claire Chapel

Free of charge

Storytelling Circle

Wednesday 05 July, 21.00-22.30

Leeds University Union: Common Ground

Free of charge

IMC Dance

Wednesday 05 July, 21.30-Late

Leeds University Union: Stylus

Free of charge

Receptions

Hosted throughout the week by the IMC and various scholarly societies, publishers, and others.

Excursions

Yorkshire and the surrounding regions are home to a wealth of fascinating medieval sites and resources. IMC excursions will take you to secular and religious sites across the North of England.

Two ‘Secret’ Yorkshire Castles: Tickhill and Conisbrough

Sunday 02 July, 09.30-19.30

Departs from Parkinson Steps

Price: £54.50

Bolton Abbey

Sunday 02 July, 13.00-19.00

Departs from Parkinson Steps

Price: £28.00

Royal Armouries

Monday 03 July, 13.30-18.30

Departs from Parkinson Steps

Price: £25.00

Byland Battlefield

Tuesday 04 July, 13.00-19.30

Departs from Parkinson Steps

Price: £36.50

Shibden Hall

Wednesday 05 July, 13.00-19.00

Departs from Parkinson Steps

Price: £27.50

Mount Grace Priory & Guisborough Priory

Thursday 06 July, 09.00-19.00

Departs from Parkinson Steps

Price: £53.50

The Stained Glass of All Saints, North Street

Thursday 06 July, 13.00-19.00

Departs from Parkinson Steps

Price: £25.00

Concerts & Performances

This year’s concert and performance programme features outdoor dramatic performances, theatrical readings, storytelling, and live music from a diverse group of performers and sources. Check each event listing for information on tickets and locations.

Musical Instruments of the Middle Ages: A Show-and-Tell Session

Sunday 02 July, 19.30-21.00

University House: Beechgrove Room

Price: £8.50

‘Hammers, strings, and whistles’: Musical Instruments of the Middle Ages

Monday 03 July, 13.00-14.00

University House: Beechgrove Room

Free of charge

The Art of the Medieval Minstrel

Monday 03 July, 20.30-21.30

Stage@leeds: Stage 2

Price: £12.00

Dante: Libri nuovi – Eight Artists’ Books

Tuesday 04 July, 13.00-14.00

Maurice Keyworth Building: 1.31

Free of charge.

Ludus Danielis: Music and Tales from the Play of Daniel

Tuesday 04 July, 20.30-22.00

Stage@leeds: Stage 1

Price: £16.00

Early Medieval Identities in Hild, Spear, and Menewood: Retelling History

Wednesday 05 July, 19.00-20.00

Esther Simpson Building: LG08

Free of charge

Hecastus

Wednesday 05 July, 18.30-19.30

Beech Grove Plaza

Free of charge

Mappa Mundi

Wednesday 05 July, 20.30-22.00

Stage@leeds: Stage 1

Price: £12.00

‘Rys up an let us daunce!’

Thursday 06 July, 20.00-22.00

Leeds University Union: Riley Smith Hall

Free of charge

Workshops

Workshops give you the opportunity to try a new skill – and often to take home a handmade memento of your time in Leeds. This year’s programme includes a variety of medieval and medieval-inspired techniques, professional development sessions, and new ways to communicate medieval research.

A Stitch in Time: Embroidery Workshop

Sunday 02 July, 10.00-16.00

University House: De Grey Room

Price: £35.50

Book-Binding Workshop

Sunday 02 July, 13.00-17.00

University House: Beechgrove Room

Price: £42.50

‘Draw thy sword in right’: Combat Workshop

Sunday 02 July, 13.30-16.00

Refectory

Price: £16.00

Special Collections Drop-In Sessions

Monday 03 July, 12.00-14.00

Tuesday 04 July, 12.00-14.00

Wednesday 05 July, 12.00-14.00

Parkinson Building: Treasures of the Brotherton Gallery

Free of charge

The Medieval Podcast Live!

Monday 03 July, 20.30-21.30

Stage@leeds: Stage 3

Free of charge

‘The key to Paradise is prayer’: A Workshop for the Islamic Astrolabe

Monday 03 July, 19.00-20.30

Stage@leeds: Stage 1

Free of charge

How to Create and Monetize Your Podcast

Tuesday 04 July, 19.00-20.00

Stage@leeds: Stage 3

Free of charge

Bow & Blade Live

Tuesday 04 July, 20.30-21.30

Stage@leeds: Stage 3

Free of charge

‘Their thread of life is spun’: A Spinning Workshop

Tuesday 04 July, 19.00-21.00

University House: Beechgrove Room

Price: £52.50

Hands on History: Arms and Armour 
Replica Handling Session

Wednesday 05 July, 19.00-20.30

Maurice Keyworth Building: 1.09

Price: £11.00

‘Paint It White’: Gesso Workshop

Wednesday 05 July, 19.00-21.00

University House: Beechgrove Room

Price: £24.50

Templars: The Knights of Britain

Wednesday 05 July, 20.30-21.30
Stage@leeds: Stage 3
Free of charge

Rediscovering Medieval Lives at Calverley Old Hall

Thursday 06 July, 13.00-14.00

University House: Beechgrove Room

Free of charge

Jousting with Databases: Analyse & Visualise Historical Data with nodegoat

Thursday 06 July, 14.00-17.00

Parkinson Building: Cohen B Cluster

Price: £5.00

Medieval Records and the National Archives: A Workshop

Friday 07 July, 09.00-13.00

Parkinson Building: Room B.08

Price: £7.50

‘The purse of rich prosperity’: Tasseled Pouch Workshop

Friday 07 July, 10.00-16.00

Parkinson Building: Room B.09

Price: £34.50

Medieval Records and the National Archives: A Virtual Workshop

Tuesday 11 July, 14.00-18.00

Available virtually

Price: £5.00