Anne Brontë 175 Anniversary in Scarborough

Anne Brontë died 175 years ago, on May 28, 1849, at Wood's Lodgings in Scarborough. To commemorate the anniversary of her passing, an event is being organized by the Festival Big Ideas in the Sea in collaboration with The Anne Brontë Association. This event will feature a collection of talks, readings, and performances that highlight Anne Brontë's literary works, her life, and her connection with the town of Scarborough

Tue 28 May 2024, 2:00PM - 3:30PM
All About Anne!

The first event is All About Anne! Starting at 2pm, this event showcases how much Anne has inspired, and continues to inspire people in the arts. There will be original poetry performed by Charlotte Oliver and Emma Conally Barklem, and Scarborough born playwright, Wendy Pratt, will have a special performance of To be Undone: The Last Days of Anne Brontë. There is an opportunity to meet the writers, and even a book signing!

Tue 28 May 2024, 4:00PM - 5:00PM

Anne Brontë 175: Remembering Anne Bronte, Memorial Service St Mary's Church Scarborough

Entry to the Memorial Service is free.

Tue 28 May 2024, 7:30PM - 8:30PM
Anne Brontë 175: Tracking the Brontës, Presented by Eddie Lawler with Elaine Minns

Tracking the Brontë’s is a one hour whistle-stop musical tour with the Brontë family on the railway lines they travelled along. Presented by Eddie Lawler with Elaine Minns. The 28th May was the day Anne Brontë died in Scarborough at the age of 29. The performance is in her honour and will be preceded by a visit to her grave.