Black Country Day - Talk - The Dreadful Diseases of the Victorian Black Country 1890-1900
Wednesday, 16 July 2025
- Time
- 14:00 - 15:30
- Venue
- Brierley Hill Library, Brierley Hill
- Price
- Free
Dudley Libraries celebrates Black Country Day with a talk by Kevin Goodman The Dreadful Diseases of the Victorian Black Country 1890-1900
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Come along to Brierley Hill Library to hear Kevin Goodman talk about the dreadful diseases prevalent in the Black Country during Victorian times. While being an area of industry and wealth, many inhabitants shared cramped, overcrowded homes with poor access to clean water, leading to the spread of several deadly diseases.
The event is free and there will be light refreshments available.
Please contact Brierley Hill Library on 01384 812874 to book your place.
The event is free and there will be light refreshments available.
Please contact Brierley Hill Library on 01384 812874 to book your place.
Venue
Brierley Hill Library
High Street
Brierley Hill
Dates
The event runs from 14:00 to 15:30 on the following dates.
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