The Start of the Quaker Way

Friday 8 May - Thursday 28 May 2026

The optional live Zoom sessions are at 19:00-20:30 (UK time) on Thursdays 14, 21 and 28 May.

‘Ben’ Pink Dandelion

Wooden gate to a field

This course explores the beginnings of the Quaker movement and the way the summer of 1652 proved pivotal for the start of the Quaker movement. Each week will take you step by step through some of the key figures and texts to better understand the foundation of Quakerism.


We visit, virtually, the key sites of the Quaker consolidation in the north west of England and explore the importance of the north to Quaker success.

The course is based around a series of films and discussion topics with the option of live discussion with the tutor each week. What you do when within the three weeks is up to you.

This course will involve:

DiscussionOnline Learning MaterialsOnline discussion forumRecorded materialWritten and visualZoom Session

Accessibility info:

On the booking form, there is a chance for you to let us know about any accessibility or communication adjustments that will enable you to participate more fully in the course. Automated Zoom closed captions are available for all live sessions but if you feel you require more accurate closed captioning please email us directly in addition to booking.

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