Lecture Series | Thomas Wentworth's Women

14 October 2026, 7pm until 8.15pm (Doors at 6.30pm)

• Adult (18+) | £15.00
• Accompanying Carer | Free

Wentworth Woodhouse welcomes you back to the annual lecture series.

Join Dr Fiona Pogson for an engaging exploration of the women connected to Thomas Wentworth and the influential roles they played in the political, social and family networks of the 17th century. Through fascinating stories and historical insight, the talk sheds light on the lives of the women behind one of Yorkshire’s most powerful figures.

Dr Fiona Pogson is a Senior Lecturer in History at Liverpool Hope University whose research focuses on Thomas Wentworth, Earl of Strafford, and the politics of the court of Charles I. She has published widely on Wentworth’s career, the Council of the North and early Stuart politics.

Accessibility

This event takes place in the Low Drawing Room, which is on the Ground Floor of the Mansion.  There is ramp access to the ground floor of the Mansion.   You can find out more about accessibility on site here: https://wentworthwoodhouse.org.uk/your-visit/access-for-all/  

Carers Tickets

Visitors with disabilities may bring an accompanying carer free of charge when paying for a full-price ticket. Carer tickets must be pre-booked online. Supporting documents may be required at the entrances. This includes proof of

• Proof of Disability Living Allowance
• Proof of Attendance Allowance
• PIP letter
• Access Pass
• Disabled Person's Railcard
• Max Card