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SANHS 175 Exhibition at Taunton Library “Celebrating 175 years of SANHS in Somerset”
Taunton LibraryIn 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. […]
Wells Natural History and Archaeological Society : “The hanging pyx cover in Wells Cathedral” John Munns, Magdalene College, Cambridge. [with the AGM]
Wells and Mendip Museum 8 Cathedral Green, WellsLecture hall, Wells and Mendip Museum, 8 Cathedral Green, Wells, BA5 2UE Non-members £4
Yeovil Archaeological and Local History Society : “The witches of Selwood: witchcraft, belief and accusation in 17th century Somerset”, talk by Andrew Pickering (author of the book of the same title).
Holy Trinity Church Lysander Rd, YeovilHoly Trinity Church, Lysander Road, Yeovil, BA20 2BU Free to members, non-members £2. For more information contact: yalhs.coordinator@outlook.com or visit the website at yahls.org.uk
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.