Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme
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Historian Paul Garlington will deliver a lecture commemorating 110 years since the Battle of the Somme. The session will explore battlefield stories and pivotal conflict moments while separating fact from fiction. It will also uncover connections between the historic event and Preston.
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Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme takes place on Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at 11:00.
Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme is held at The Harris in Preston (Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP).
Entry to Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Harris can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme can be booked via theharris.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Historian Paul Garlington will deliver a lecture commemorating 110 years since the Battle of the Somme. The session will explore battlefield stories and pivotal conflict moments while separating fact from fiction. It will also uncover connections between the historic event and Preston.
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When is Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme?
Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme takes place on Wednesday, 18 November 2026 at 11:00.
Where is Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme taking place?
Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme is held at The Harris in Preston (Market Square, Preston PR1 2PP).
How much are tickets for Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme?
Entry to Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Harris can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme?
Tickets for Lunchtime Lecture: The Battle of the Somme can be booked via theharris.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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