Leek Polish Connection: Stories, Memories and New Beginnings - a panel discussion and Q&A

Join members of the Polish community for a relaxed conversation exploring the stories, experiences and memories behind Blackshaw Moor: The Hope of New Beginnings. Hear personal perspectives, reflect on the themes of the exhibition and discover more about the Polish community’s history and connections to the Staffordshire Moorlands. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and share in the conversation.

Date & time: 1:30pm-2:30pm, Saturday 21st November 2026
Location: The Nicholson Institute Museum & Art Gallery, Stockwell Street, Leek, ST13 6DW
Admission: Free

Your ticket includes the panel discussion and Q&A session plus admission to the main exhibition, Blackshaw Moor: The Hope of New Beginnings, at The Nicholson Institute Museum & Art Gallery.

Access and parking

The museum and art gallery are located on the first floor of the Nicholson Institute. There is step-free access via a lift, and the gallery can also be reached by stairs. An accessible entrance to the building is located to the left hand side of the front staircase.

There is no accessible toilet in the Museum & Art Gallery. The nearest accessible toilet is on Silk Street Car Park.

There is no car park on-site, but there are several public car parks within a short distance, including Vicarage Road and Silk Street. Parking spaces cannot be booked in advance.

At particularly busy times, you may be asked to wait for a short time before entering the gallery. Thank you for your patience while we make sure everyone can enjoy the exhibition safely and comfortably.

Suitable for: All ages

Marketing information

The information provided when booking may be shared with the Friends of the Nicholson Institute Museum & Art Gallery and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council for future marketing and promotion of the exhibition and related activity.