Beckett Street Cemetery - Solving History Mysteries - Taphophile Turned Detective
Leeds City Library , 3rd floor Sanderson Room, Leeds, LS1 3AB
Saturday 7th November 2026
Join us for an illustrated informal talk by Jeanette, researcher and assistant tour guide at Beckett Street Cemetery, Leeds.
Now 'home' to 180,000 people, Beckett Street Cemetery is significant to the history and growth of Leeds. The lives and deeds of many of those people have long been forgotten, but with help from technology, archive records, patience and much enthusiasm, Jeanette has turned detective to uncover their stories and solve the mysteries of previously unknown lives. She will share some fascinating examples!
Free talk but booking required.
Part of the Leeds Libraries' Leeds400 programme
Now 'home' to 180,000 people, Beckett Street Cemetery is significant to the history and growth of Leeds. The lives and deeds of many of those people have long been forgotten, but with help from technology, archive records, patience and much enthusiasm, Jeanette has turned detective to uncover their stories and solve the mysteries of previously unknown lives. She will share some fascinating examples!
Free talk but booking required.
Part of the Leeds Libraries' Leeds400 programme
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