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SANHS 175 Exhibition at Taunton Library “Celebrating 175 years of SANHS in Somerset”

Taunton Library , United Kingdom

In the week of 3rd to 7th March 2025, we will be holding an exhibition in Taunton library which will show the history of SANHS over the last 175 years. Please come along to this free exhibition in Taunton library (near the coffee shop). A plethora of images that summarise the history of the Society […]

SANHS 175 Conference at the Wyndham Hall ‘Somerset in the Mid-Nineteenth Century’

Wyndham Hall Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom

A full day’s conference of about 18 short talks on a wide range of topics to give an insight into many aspects of Somerset in the mid- 19th century. Cost - £18 which will include a light lunch (vegan option by request), tea and coffee. Booking essential. Go to  https://buy.stripe.com/7sIaFmbYlezYbIs8wH  or use the link on […]

The Wyndham Picturehouse: Cinema Paradiso (Cert PG)

Wyndham Hall Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom

Showings at 2.30 PM and 7.30 PM a long film (2hours 30 mins) but with an intermission Salvatore, a famous film director, returns to his hometown for the funeral of the local theatre’s film projectionist, Alfredo. He reminisces about his life as a young boy falling in love with cinema. Stars Philippe Noiret, Enzo Cannavale.  […]

Somerset Vernacular Buildings Research Group (SVBRG): Joe Rogers on Tithe Barns

Parish Rooms, Somerton Market Place, Somerton, United Kingdom

Joe became interested in the subject after visiting the newly restored Eavis barn in Pilton and is still touring the country looking at these impressive structures.  He has published a book on the subject and will bring some with him. Meet in the Parish Rooms, Market Place Somerton TA11 7NB, £2 non members.  Talk starts […]

The Life of the Damsel and Dragonfly: talk by Jon Van Jowler

Wyndham Hall Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom

At the Wyndham Hall: A very informative talk by Jon Van Jowler about the life of the Damselfly and Dragonfly including their favourite habitat, food source, life cycle, predators and much more. £6 charge, includes tea, coffee and cake.  

Martock History Group: The Barwick Follies – Joseph Lewis

Princes Room, Rear of The George Church St,, Martock, Somerset, United Kingdom

Joseph Lewis on the Barwick Follies, nationally famous, so completely eccentric and bizarre they have aroused curiosity ever since built in the 1780s. Martock History Group meet in the Princes Room to the rear of The George, Church Street, Martock TA12 6JL.  £3 non members, tea and coffee from 7, talk starts 7.30pm:

SANHS Annual Archaeology Day – A Review

Wells and Mendip Museum 8 Cathedral Green, Wells, Somerset

A panel of speakers reflecting on the range of archaeological activity in Somerset in 2024. Some of the finds will be displayed. £15 charge. Booking not essential. Tea and cake/biscuits provided. Lunch not included – please make own arrangements.

GRADING OF WALKS

Events are graded from 1-4 in difficulty. The grading is found in the event description in the calendar on this page. Keep in mind that a change in weather conditions can make a walk more difficult than anticipated. All walks and activities demand a basic level of fitness, suitable footwear and waterproof clothing.

1 Easy – generally even ground with a few gentle slopes; no special fitness needed.  Comfortable footwear required.

2 Moderate – for reasonably fit people, may include unsurfaced rural paths and tracks, moderate slopes, uneven surfaces, steps and stiles. Walking shoes/boots required.

3 Strenuous – for fit, experienced walkers, will include hills, uneven surfaces, tracks and may include muddy terrain. Walking boots and waterproof clothing are essential.

4 Confined spaces – including caves and attics. Locations may be dusty, slippery and dark.

Activity leaders carry out a risk assessment beforehand. Participants are required to provide emergency contact details before taking part in an activity – this information is destroyed by the group leader after the activity has taken place.