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Somerset Archives and Local Studies

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Somerset Archives and Local Studies
If you’re unable to visit us during our regular opening times, we’re open the morning of Saturday 11 July (9am-1pm) should you wish to undertake a spot of family history or local history research. Booking details can be found here: swheritage.org.uk/somerset-archives/home/somerset-heritage-centre/booking/.As an added bonus, there will also be an archaeological finds surgery (booking is essential swheritage.org.uk/somerset-archives/home/somerset-heritage-centre/booking/), a pop-up exhibition celebrating gardening and a small plant swap stall (10am-12pm). Follow the link for further details 👉 swheritage.org.uk/events/plant-swap-and-display/ 🌹🐝 ... See MoreSee Less

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Somerset Archives and Local Studies

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There's still time to book a place for Friday's online Coffee Time Talk by special guest, Tom Mayberry (19 June, 10.30am-11.30am).The former Somerset County Archivist and retired Chief Executive of the South West Heritage Trust will be reflecting on his life and career in archives and heritage. He'll also be talking about the remarkable characters who shaped the Somerset Record Office from the 1930s onwards and the creation of the Somerset Heritage Centre.Further details can be found 👉 swheritage.org.uk/events/tom-mayberrys-life-in-archives/. We'd love to see you. ... See MoreSee Less

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Join us for a special online talk with Tom Mayberry, retired Chief Executive of the South West Heritage Trust and a much‑loved voice in Somerset’s heritage community.📅 Friday 19 June, 10.30 am – 11.30 am🎟️ £5, booking required🔗 Coffee Time Talk: Tom Mayberry's Life in Archive Tom will look back on his life in archives — from memorable characters at the Somerset Record Office to the extraordinary documents he’s worked with over the decades. He’ll also reflect on the long journey that led to the creation of the Somerset Heritage Centre.If you’ve enjoyed Tom’s talks at the Museum or remember his beautiful Coleridge in Xanadu exhibition, this is a wonderful chance to hear more of his stories.#SomersetHeritage #SouthWestHeritage #SomersetHistory #Archives #LocalHistory #HeritageTalks #SomersetHeritageCentre #SomersetEventsSomerset Archaeological and Natural History Society What's On Somerset Live ... See MoreSee Less

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