About
A Pocklington School and Pocklington Church Friends celebration of William Wilberforce's formative years at Pocklington, in history, song and poetry. It takes place at All Saints Church, Pocklington on 20 November 2026, 19:00–21:00.
What to expect
A celebration of William Wilberforce's formative years at Pocklington, in history, song and poetry.
- Pocklington School Chamber Choir sings choral items
- Readings of his school essay and speech
- Talk on family history and local connections
- Poetry describing Pocklington in the 1760s and 70s
- Exhibition on his life in Pocklington and East Riding
Questions
When does William Wilberforce & Pocklington start and end?
William Wilberforce & Pocklington runs Friday, 20 November 2026, 19:00 until 21:00.
Where is William Wilberforce & Pocklington?
William Wilberforce & Pocklington takes place at All Saints Church : Pocklington, Market Place, Pocklington, Pocklington.
How much are tickets for William Wilberforce & Pocklington?
Tickets for William Wilberforce & Pocklington cost £6.13 on the official ticket shop.
What is on the programme?
The programme includes:
Pocklington School Chamber Choir performing Wilberforce inspired choral items
The Wilberforce family history local connections and William's years at Pocklington
Readings of Wilberforce's school essay and parliamentary speech condemning slavery
Contemporary poetry describing Pocklington in the 1760s and 70s
An exhibition about William Wilberforce and his life in Pocklington and the East Riding
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Getting there
All Saints Church : Pocklington, Market Place, Pocklington, YO42 2AX Pocklington, England, GB
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