Available to York residents only - see details of York Residents' Festival

Join us for a fascinating Q&A with Sydney Thorne, author of the biography Mary Ward: The First Sister of Feminism, exploring the legacy of one of history’s most significant yet unknown women. Sydney will be joined in conversation by Hannah Wilkinson, co-host of the podcast Two Girls One Book, for a compelling discussion delving into this Yorkshire woman's extraordinary life and why her story is still relevant today.

As part of York Residents Festival but all are welcome.

• When: Saturday, January 31st, 2026
• Time:  11am
• Location: The Bar Convent, Bedingfield Suite
• Entry:  Free

Exhibition Entry Offer 

On Saturday, January 31st, as part of York Residents Weekend, residents can explore our main exhibition. Entry to the Exhibition for York Residents: Only 50p!

Please note – The Bar Convent is not open on Sunday's except to guests staying in our accommodation.