Visit to Thackray Museum of Medicine Leeds
Our Science Group enjoyed a fascinating visit to the Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds on 15th May, a trip that proved both entertaining and wonderfully informative.
The museum’s immersive galleries brought the history of healthcare vividly to life, from the bustle of Victorian street medicine to the remarkable advances of modern surgery.
A highlight of the day was our group talk, Bloody Barbers and Splattered Surgeons, which explored the grisly world of early medical practice with plenty of humour and just the right amount of squeamish detail.
After the talk, members once again wandered through the galleries at their own pace, comparing past treatments with today’s science and sharing lively conversations along the way. We rounded off the visit with a relaxed chat in the busy café, reflecting on how far medicine has come. A thoroughly enjoyable and thought‑provoking outing for all.
Carry On Doctor
Some of the group members in front of the museum
David Rose