{"id":2675,"date":"2026-01-15T23:50:38","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T23:50:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.lancs.ac.uk\/decolonising\/?p=2675"},"modified":"2026-03-15T11:36:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T11:36:53","slug":"explore-lancasters-global-connections-join-our-walking-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.lancs.ac.uk\/decolonising\/2026\/01\/15\/explore-lancasters-global-connections-join-our-walking-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Explore Lancaster\u2019s Global Connections \u2013 Join Our Walking Tour!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ever wondered how Lancaster connects to histories across the world?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us for the <strong>Lancaster \u2018Glocal\u2019 History Walking Tour<\/strong>, an engaging guided walk that explores how the city\u2019s story links from the <strong>Roman Empire to the British Empire<\/strong>. Discover iconic landmarks, and understand Lancaster\u2019s role in the <strong>transatlantic slave trade and the Industrial Revolution<\/strong>. Learn how the city\u2019s environment has transformed over the last <strong>1,000 years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This tour offers a unique opportunity to reflect on local history through a global lens and deepen your understanding of Lancaster\u2019s place in wider historical narratives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Event Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccd Meeting Point:<\/strong><br>John O&#8217;Gaunt Gate, Lancaster Castle <em>(please arrive 15 minutes early)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong><br>Thursday, 26 February 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong><br>10:00 \u2013 12:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Who Can Attend:<\/strong><br>Open to all Lancaster University students and staff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tour Leaders:<\/strong><br>Dr Sunita Abraham &amp; Dr Chris Donaldson<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Bring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Please wear <strong>sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing<\/strong>.<br>The route includes stairs and uneven surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration (Required)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Registration is essential and must be completed using your <strong>Lancaster University email address<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Register here:<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/lancaster-uk.libcal.com\/calendar\/dlu-network\/glocal\">https:\/\/lancaster-uk.libcal.com\/calendar\/dlu-network\/glocal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Join?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Learn how local spaces connect to global histories<br>\u2714 Engage with decolonial perspectives on place and memory<br>\u2714 Explore Lancaster through guided expert insights<br>\u2714 Meet fellow students and staff interested in history and social justice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We look forward to welcoming you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever wondered how Lancaster connects to histories across the world? 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