David Beckingham

David Beckingham is an Associate Professor in Cultural and Historical Geography at the University of Nottingham's School of Geography, part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. His research focuses on the historical regulation of social behaviors, particularly drinking and drunkenness, and the evolving role of government in defining and addressing such issues. He emphasizes how spatial and geographical factors influence these dynamics, examining cases like the smoking ban and minimum alcohol pricing.

His work explores the interplay between state power and citizen freedoms through historical lenses, such as the Victorian expansion of institutions like asylums and prisons. A key interest is the pub as a social battleground for defining British identity and governance. He has authored books like *The Licensed City: Regulating Drink in Liverpool* and co-curated the exhibition *Last Orders: Stories of Alcohol and Abstinence in the East Midlands*.

Beckingham's research-led teaching includes coordinating a Research Tutorial module, blending theoretical debates with practical research design. His recent publications analyze topics such as temperance movements, licensing policies, and the historical geographies of alcohol regulation.