Barton Upon
Humber Civic Society
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Visit by Ilkley U3A (University of the Third Age)
On Thursday 16th April 2026, four members of the Civic Society, John French, Christine Andrew, Garry Stanley, and Andrew Robinson, welcomed 34 members of Ilkley U3A to Barton. After introductory coffee and biscuits at The Old Mill, the members divided into two groups to embark on different loops of the Barton Heritage Walk, devised by John and Christine, who each led one of the walks. After returning to the Old Mill for a buffet lunch, the groups were reversed and went on the opposite walk from the morning. The lead contact from Ilkley, Dr. Faith Cleverdon, is an authority on old buildings and she gave a short description at both of Barton’s churches.
The day went very well, the sun was mostly shining, and excellent hospitality was provided by the Old Mill. The U3A gave a generous donation towards the ongoing refurbishment of the Baysgarth House Museum, and the following day this e-mail was received from Faith:
“It’s clear from people’s remarks that they regarded yesterday’s visit as exceptional, both for the warmth of the welcome, and the interest of the place.”
