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Neolithic Objects inStonehenge Exhibition

A remarkable collection of Neolithic artefacts, held by the South West Heritage Trust, will be on loan to the British Museum for their exhibition, 'The World of Stonehenge'.  

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The Sweet Track protectedagainst Climate Change

The ‘Sweet Track’, the UK’s oldest wooden walkway is safe from the effects of climate change.

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Upcoming Exhibitions

Find out what's coming up in 2022 with our new programme of exhibitions exploring creativity inspired by the local landscape.

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The Edward LearArchive

A project is underway to conserve the archive of Edward Lear, nineteenth-century illustrator, musician, author and poet.

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Covid-19 Archive

A new project to collect people’s experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic has launched in Somerset.

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Workshop:1831 Reform Riots

The University of the West of England and the University of Sussex are leading a three year research project to find out more about these important events.

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The Torbay Discovery Trail Mobile App

A new mobile app is enabling primary school pupils to discover more about notable people with links to Torbay.

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The Museum of Somerset:Sunday Opening

The Museum of Somerset is to extend its opening hours to welcome visitors on Sundays thanks to funding from Somerset West and Taunton Council.

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10th Birthday:Top ten moments

The Museum of Somerset re-opened in September 2011 following a £6.9 million refurbishment. This year it will celebrate its 10th anniversary.

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New discovery: The Cheddar Brooch

An early medieval (AD 800-900) silver disc brooch has been declared Treasure by H.M. Coroner. The discovery was made by detectorist Iain Sansome.

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Helping to Unlock the Stories Of Our Past

A young actor reflects on bringing Devon history to life in new film.

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Exmoor Oral History Archive

Exmoor oral history archive inspires walking trail