The Thoresby Society The Thoresby Society is the historical society for Leeds and District. Named after Ralph Thoresby, the first Leeds Historian, the society promotes interest and research into the history of Leeds and its neighbourhood.

The Historical Society for Leeds and District
Founded 1889

The Thoresby Society is named after Ralph Thoresby (1658-1725), the first historian of the town.

Since its foundation in 1889 the Society has published books about Leeds, including the transcripts of the parish registers.

We have a varied programme of lectures and excursions throughout the year.

New members are always welcome.

Please note that, as the society is manned by volunteers, it is not possible to undertake research.

The Thoresby Library will be open to visitors on
Saturday 13th September
for the Heritage Open Day (11am-4pm)
do come and meet us

See our exhibition on THE BOROUGH OF LEEDS 1207-2007: 800 years of Development and Change.

Contacts

President
Secretary
Editors
Library
Lectures Secretary
Distribution
Web

The Thoresby Society,
Claremont,
23 Clarendon Road,
Leeds,
LS2 9NZ.

Telephone : 0113 247 0704

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The Thoresby Society is a member of the Centre for Heritage Research based at Leeds University

Copyright of all items found on these pages belongs to The Thoresby Society or Sue Alexander, unless otherwise attributed.