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A Walk around Monmouth and the ‘Lost City of Trellech’ – all-day excursion
Shire Hall, Monmouth
Agincourt Square, Monmouth
Bath & Counties Archaeological Society (BACAS) Event A Walk around Monmouth and the ‘Lost City of Trellech’ Summary The excursion will be in two parts, namely a guided walk around Monmouth in the morning and then after lunch (not included) you will be able to visit the ‘Lost City of Trellech’ or one of the […]
The Wyndham Hall Open Day
Wyndham Hall
Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom
As many members are aware, the Wyndham Hall was built in 1927 and has hardly changed in the last 100 years. The hall is now back with SANHS and at the beginning of a journey to repair the building for use as a lecture hall and independent cinema. The building will be open for viewing […]
A discussion of the local field names of the Harptrees area with Prof Richard Coates
Prof Richard Coates will discuss some of the nineteenth century local field names from around the Harptrees area, using the tithe map and other related documents. Chairs will be socially distanced, which restricts numbers, so both members and visitors do need to book seats in advance. Visitors are welcome at £3, payable on the night. The meeting is […]
“The Mary Rose: A Sailor’s Perspective” by Peter Lansdown
Tintinhull Village Hall
Vicarage Street, Tintinhull, Somerset
The Mary Rose: A Sailor's Perspective by Peter Lansdown Tintinhull Local History Group Autumn 2022 Programme Coffee available from 7.15pm with presentation from 7.30pm Cost: £3 Venue: Tintinhull Village Hall
Family Fun Day at Wyndham Hall
Wyndham Hall
Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom
On Sunday 9th October , at the Wyndham Hall, SANHS will be running a special event to launch the availability of Family Membership. For a special introductory price of £45, a family of up to 2 adults and up to 3 children (ages 6-17) will be able to join SANHS for 16 months - until the end of 2023. […]
“Ghosts and Murders in Weston” by John Crockford-Hawley
The King Alfred School
Burnham Road, Highbridge
A North Sedgemoor Local History Group event First of the 2022/23 illustrated talks starting at 7pm
“The Darkening Age: The Christian Destruction of the Classical World” by Catherine Nixey
Birchall Hall, Queens College
Trull Road, Taunton, United Kingdom
An 2022-23 Historical Association event This talk will tell the story of how early Christian zealots ruthlessly destroyed the teachings of the Classical world to establish adherence to 'one true faith'. In the process, altars and temples were demolished, libraries emptied and tolerance was despised all in the cause of a religion that espoused peace […]
“What Price Health? Taunton’s Hospitals Before The NHS” by Mary Siraut
Somerset Heritage Centre
Brunel Way. Norton Fitzwarren, Taunton
2022 marks the 250th anniversary of the first purpose-built hospital in Taunton, the 200th of the second and third to open and the 80th of the present Musgrove Park Hospital. In the 19th century hospital treatment for the poor other than at the poor law infirmary depended on charitable donations and doctors giving their time […]
“Saxon Tintinhull, before and after 1066” by Denny Robbins
Tintinhull Village Hall
Vicarage Street, Tintinhull, Somerset
"Saxon Tintinhull, before and after 1066" by Denny Robbins (preceeded by a short AGM for TLHG) Tintinhull Local History Group Autumn 2022 Programme Coffee available from 7.15pm with presentation from 7.30pm Cost: £3 Venue: Tintinhull Village Hall
“The Importance of Local Listing” Webinar with Mary Andrews
What buildings are important to our life and culture? And how do we preserve them for the future? The Local Heritage List (LHL) is different to the national list and focuses on the exceptional places which enrich Somerset and Exmoor National Park. Mary will talk about how you can contribute to this exciting project. To […]
Family Halloween Tour of Taunton
Wyndham Hall
Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom
Halloween Taunton Tour A guided spooky walk through central Taunton. We cannot promise ghosts and spectres but we will give a guided tour of the more bloodthirsty parts of Taunton’s history. Suitable for adults and accompanied children. Halloween fancy dress optional Monday 31st October 6pm to 7pm. Meet at Wyndham Hall, Glass Bridge, Castle Green, […]
Personal Experiences of Watching Birds at Chew Valley Lake for Sixty Years by Andy Davis
Wells and Mendip Museum
8 Cathedral Green, Wells, Somerset
Andy, as you can see from the title of his talk, has been a frequent visitor to Chew Valley Lake since he was a school boy. His involvement in bird watching also extends to being an editor of the Avon Birds Report in the past. Meetings are held in The Lecture Hall at Wells & […]
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.