Ludlow Lectures: Katherine Plymley – A life on paper

A Talk by Alison Utting

Tuesday 3 November 2026

Katherine Plymley (1758-1829) was a south Shropshire diarist whose journals contain fascinating accounts of her travels, connections with significant people of the day, and her close involvement with the Abolition movement. The first part of the talk will explore Alison’s research into her life and times. The second half will be performed in character, using the words of Katherine herself.

Each lecture starts at 10.00am and finishes at 12.00, with a coffee break in the middle. (Coffee may be ordered before the lecture, at the Bar.)

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