The Public House in Victorian Society
Deborah Woodman
- Regions:
- North West, Yorkshire & Humber
- Notice Period:
- Regular (more than one month's notice)
- Type:
- History
- Fee:
- Paid: £95 plus expenses
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 23rd March 2026
- Tagged:
- History | Victorian History | Public Houses
Here we take a journey through the history of the Victorian pub. We look at the many functions of pubs in daily life and the effects of drinking habits on society. Pubs and drink culture underwent significant change over the course of the nineteenth century, and we explore the factors, such as increased legislation, the rise of the big breweries, and the tied house system, that had a radical impact on the drink trade and how we consumed alcohol. We also look at the different types of hostelries that existed and the ornate architecture that became a feature of Victorian pubs.
Views: 13 | Enquiries: 0About Deborah Woodman
I am Dr Deborah Woodman, a researcher, writer and local historian. I spent over 25 years working in the Higher Education Sector in a professional services and teaching capacity. I was in research development for many years, and I have taught history at the Universities of Huddersfield, Salford, and Manchester Metropolitan University. I now have the joy of researching my passion for history full-time.
My research to-date has mainly focused on the Manchester region, but time now allows me to expand my horizons. I also specialise in the history of drink in society, trade and commerce, popular politics, and issues around class and society during the nineteenth century.
Please find more information at: https://debwoodmanhistory.com/
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