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Webinar – The History of Nature Conservation on the Somerset Levels. SANHS Presidential Address: Thursday 19th Sept at 19.30
WebinarSteve Parker’s Presidential address. Steve will talk about the history of the conservation of the wildlife of the Somerset Levels To register go to https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8dE5Sev1QFya_FyqrR2hHg or email webinars@sanhs.org After registering, […]
SOMERSET’S MILITIA and VOLUNTEERS IN THE 19TH CENTURY: Talk by James Spencer
Wyndham Hall Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United KingdomAn illustrated introduction to the organisation, uniforms and service of Somerset's Militia, Volunteer and Yeomanry units, c.1800 - c.1900 TUESDAY 24 September 2024 7.30pm Wyndham Hall, Castle Green, TAUNTON TA1 […]
Weston-super-Mare Archaeological and Natural History Society (WANHS) Tuesday 8 October, 7.00pm. “Birnbeck Pier: recent years and the future”
Faces Cafe, 4-6 Station Rd Weston-Super-MareBy Pete Lander Talks held in FACES Cafe, Station Road, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1XB Visitors, £4
John Periam of Milverton – Talk at Wyndham Hall: *******POSTPONED******
Wyndham Hall Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United KingdomDUE TO UNAVOIDABLE ISUES WE HAVE HAD TO CANCEL THE TALK ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR 8 OCTOBER. IT WILL BE ORGANISED AGAIN FOR EARLY NEXT YEAR
Historical Association – Taunton branch Wednesday 9 October, 7.30pm: “John Wilkes: hero or rabblerouser?”
Birchall Hall, Queen's College Trull Rd, Taunton, United KingdomSheila Seymour AFRHistS Birchall Hall, Queen's College, Trull Road, Taunton, TA1 4QS. Lecture: £3. There is free car parking on site
North Sedgemoor Local History Group Wednesday 9 October, 7.00pm: “Did King Arthur really exist?” – Brian Wright
The King Alfred School Burnham Road, HighbridgeMeetings are held in the King Alfred School lecture theatre, Burnham Road, Highbridge, TA9 3EE Annual membership £10, visitors £5 per talk.
An Introduction to the SANHS Herbarium: Wyndham Hall – Saturday 12th Ocober
Wyndham Hall Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United KingdomFree Event! - No need to book, just turn up at the Wyndham Hall An illistrated talk with Simon Leach and Ian Salmon abouth the Somerset County Herbarium, to be […]
The Wyndham Picturehouse – Film Night, Friday 18 October
Wyndham Hall Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United KingdomA new independent cinema showing a wide range of contemporary and classic films. Friday 18th October: Doors open 7.00pm film starting 7.30pm A New Leaf - Classic comedy starring Walter […]
Tintinhull Local History Group Wednesday 23 October, 7.30pm [after the AGM] “Saints to singers gallery: things you may not know about Tintinhull’s churches!”
Tintinhull Village Hall Vicarage Street, Tintinhull, SomersetBy Denny Robbins. Tintinhull Village Hall, Vicarage Street, Tintinhull,. Yeovil BA22 8PY Members: £1. Visitors: £3. Includes refreshments from 7.15.
Webinar: The Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica – by Richard Bashford
WebinarRichard will talk about his experience visiting South Georgia and walking amongst thousands of pengins and seals. Also visiting the spectacular Antarctic peninsula and enjoying the incredible richness of this […]
Wells Natural History and Archaeological Society: “The Mendips geological journey” Stephen Thompson.
Wells and Mendip Museum 8 Cathedral Green, Wells, SomersetLecture hall, Wells and Mendip Museum, 8 Cathedral Green, Wells, BA5 2UE Non-members £4.
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.