15 October 2026

 MacUalraig Migrations: A Family's Move from Lochaber

Online talk by Ewan Kennedy

Organised by Society of Highland & Island Historical Research. Email to reserve a place, and to receive the Zoom link. Participation is free for members and students. Non-members are requested to pay a lecture fee of £5. More details from their website.

15 October 2026

The North UK Mills Group is for anyone interested in mill heritage, millwrighting skills, and milling culture, with a focus on Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the northern counties of England.

These free online meetings offer a forum for inspiration on mill-related topics, with short talks from experienced speakers, case studies, historical insights, technical tips, and the chance to discuss practical ideas with peers.

Join us on the 15th October to hear from Mildred Cookson – former miller, founding trustee of the Mills Archive Trust, committee member and past Chair of the SPAB Mills Section – on the changes she has observed over the course of her career in milling and as a part of the organisations aiming to preserve and support its practice for the future.

After Mildred’s talk, there will be the opportunity to share thoughts and network.

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15 October 2026

Power from the Glens: Huydroelectricity and the 20th-century Scottish Landscape

Talk by Dr Harriet Rishardson Blakeman

Organised by Architectural Heritage Society of Scotland, Highlands and Islands branch. Venue: St Stephen's Church, Southside Road, Inverness IV2 4XA. Cost £6 or £2 students. Tickets available from AHSS.org or at the door.

Dr Harriet Richardson Blakeman considers the evolving architecture of hydroelectricity, how these large projects were promoted, and the efforts made to address their impact on the landscape.