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The Georgian Society for East Yorkshire is for all those interested in the history and culture of the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. The society promotes scholarship of subjects relating to the Georgian period and campaigns for the preservation of Georgian Architecture in Hull & East Yorkshire. Society members may participate in lectures and visits to historical sites.
The Society's Objectives
- To preserve buildings from destruction or disfigurement, especially those of the Georgian period, of architectural and historic interest in Hull and the East Riding.
- To safeguard the setting of such buildings and to maintain or enhance the character of areas of architectural interest and scenic beauty.
- To afford advice to owners and public authorities on the preservation and repair of such buildings and the uses to which they might be adapted, where necessary.
- To stimulate public appreciation of the architectural and historic heritage of Hull and the East Riding.
21/04/2012 - Wet Weekend in Louth
Due to the wet weather it was decided to omit St. Margaret's church at Well from Saturday's visit. However, we enjoyed a very interesting guided tour of Louth and the local area including the Georgian church of St Peter & St Paul at Langton-by-Spilsby, the Louth Assembly Rooms and the magnificent Church of St James. Photos from the trip can be seen on our Facebook page. Read more...