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The History of Clay Pipes in Great Britain
Recent Posts Marek Lewcun's talk on Friday 24th March 2023 Dilton Marsh Local History Society will be presenting a talk to be given by Marek Lewcun, archaeologist and...
The Monmouth Rebellion
Recent PostsIn the summer of 1685, the Duke of Monmouth attempted to take the throne of England from his uncle James II. Local historian and author Gary Kierley...
Talks 2023
Recent PostsDilton Marsh Local History Society Talks for 2023 The following talks have so far been arranged for 2023. Friday 27.01.2023"Frome and The Monmouth...
How Great was Alfred the Great?
Recent PostsReality, myth and political ‘spin’ in the history of the Viking Wars. A talk by historian and author Martyn Whittock. The talk is arranged for Friday 25th...
Stonehenge
Recent PostsA return visit by David Dawson, to talk about this iconic monument. Our speaker works at the Wiltshire Museum in Devizes, which has an important collection...
Elizabeth’s Rival
We have been successful in arranging for a talk by historical author Nicola Tallis, to take place on Friday 29th March 2019 at Fairfield Opportunity College at 7.30 pm.
Nicola has agreed to introduce us to her recent publication “Elizabeth’s Rival”. The tumultuous tale of “Lettice Knollys”, Countess of Leicester.
Nicola has a wealth of experience on 14th and 15th Century history, having worked at both Hampton Court Palace and Sudeley Castle.
