A special talk for St David's day by Stuart Haywood. About the talk Stuart Haywood is the current Chairman of The Stoke-on-Trent & District Welsh Society and has undertaken extensive research into the migration of Welsh people to North Staffordshire, chiefly during the Victorian era. This was used to compile his book The Welsh in North Staffordshire, which has been described as excellent and a comprehensive study by local historians. His presentation gives an overview of the Welsh Colonies in the area. During the Victorian era there was significant migration from Wales to England and this presentation concentrates on the locations within North Staffordshire where the migrants settled. The incentives to move are examined, as well as how they created Welsh Colonies in the area. The sources used for the presentation includes Welsh and local newspapers, Welsh journals, Welsh and local history books plus census data. Image description Larger image: The front cover of the book "The Welsh in North Staffordshire" by Stuart Haywood Smaller image: A cartoon red welsh dragon Getting to the museum and access Find details abouthow to get to the museum, where to park and the support we can offer to make your visit accessible and enjoyable [https://www.newcastle-staffs.gov.uk/museum/visit-us]. We know that times are tough financially right now. If you would like to attend but cannot afford the ticket price please contact us at [email protected] or on 01782 619705 and we can arrange some free tickets. Funding This event is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.