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 Local History Group Autumn 2022 Programme Coffee available from 7.15pm with presentation from 7.30pm Cost: £3 Venue: Tintinhull Village Hall    

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. […]

A North Sedgemoor Local History Group event First of the 2022/23 illustrated talks starting at 7pm

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 […]

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 (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

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 […]

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, […]

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 & […]

An 2022-23 Historical Association event This is the story of a Royal shut out by his family and forced into exile; of the Nazi attempts to recruit the Duke to their cause, and of why the Duke, as Governor of the Bahamas, tried to shut down the investigation of the murder of a close friend. […]

Fungi Foray at Rodney Stoke National Nature Reserve Meet at farm car park on Scadden’s Lane at 10.30am. ST488502.  (Cheddar, BS27 3UT) Bring walking boots suitable clothing and a packed lunch which will be taken on site.  Note: There is a steep walk to site and limited parking so please car share.   Book place by […]