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What a successful Classic Car Meet

What better way to spend a glorious Sunday afternoon than in the grounds of our glorious Grade I listed building surrounded by Classic Cars

A huge thank you to the amazing turnout of over 150 classic cars and motorcycles. Our next event is on the 27th May from 6pm. Please come and visit!

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Appleby Writing School

Professor Fred Steward gives a fascinating talk on the unusual and distinctive contribution to British education that Appleby Writing School had.

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If you would like to view this video please visit the Sir John Moore Foundations You Tube Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIioE6rIUss

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What a find!

In a pile of papers a letter from 1694 has been found!

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Be part of the conversation

What events, talks or exhibitions would you like to see at the Sir John Moore Foundation?

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What a successful Classic Car Meet

What better way to spend a glorious Sunday afternoon than in the grounds of our glorious Grade I listed building surrounded by Classic Cars

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Appleby Magna WI

Appleby Magna WI in collaboration with Sir John Moore Foundation Museum

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Research at the museum

Our museum manager Sally has been busy helping research family trees, researching the lives of former students of SJM and looking after our collection.

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Classic Car Meets return

Classic Car Meets return every 4th Tuesday and 2nd Sunday of each month - £2 entry beginning 11th May

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History talks at the Foundation

The Sir John Moore Foundation is pleased to announce the calendar of talks for 2025. We have some amazing speakers lined up. Please click the More button below for the full list

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National Lottery Heritage Fund Grant

Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Renovate, Refresh, and Reimagine project - phase 1 is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to commission various reports including a condition report, a drain survey, a Conservation Report, and an business forward plan.