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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...
The Westbury Workhouse
On Friday 3rd May, 7.30 pm, at the Dilton Memorial Hall, one of our new members, Sally Hendry, has agreed to give a presentation on “The Westbury Workhouse“.
Sally has recently produced an excellent booklet on this subject, which is available from the Westbury Heritage Society.
A section of the original building can as many will know still be seen in Eden Vale Road.
