Talks & News

A Tall Black Man

Recent PostsAn illustrated talk by Andrew Campbell about events that followed the Battle of Worcester in 1651 when Charles II made a dramatic escape from Cromwell’s...

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...

Charles Case Tannery 1890-1983

Recent PostsAs part of the Westbury Festival, the following activities will be taking place. Charles Case Tannery 1890-1983 Exhibition of "Charles Case Tannery Co”...