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Our Society was formed in 2006 for the enjoyment of those who take an interest in the history of South Warwickshire and beyond. We sustain a lively membership, due to our varied, lively and compelling range of guest speakers, many renowned leaders in their field. To date we have had over 150 talks.
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The Railways of South Warwickshire
Until the mid C19th most people were limited to walking and their world was confined to immediately neighbouring villages or town. The wealthy had the benefit of coaches; even so travel was very slow.
Then came an age of great railway construction. Mass travel became available and affordable. Journeys which by coach had taken 5 days could now be measured in hours. For our local fruit growing economy there was a massive boost, with Evesham fruit available next day in Manchester.
In this presentation Stephen Godfrey will explain how and when the railways in this area came to be built. He will look at the history of each line and the traffic that was carried. The talk will be illustrated with many photos.
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Our Research Group has published landmark 20th Century social histories concerning Bidford and the surrounding area. Our website provides access to many of our publications. The History Trail takes you on an historic walk. Under Personal Stories we have compiled oral and written history from people who lived in Bidford during the C20th. Bidford extends back to the Neolithic period and with Roman and Saxon occupancy.
We have established the Bidford Archive. This extensive collection of catalogued local historical materials providing an invaluable and detailed guide to history in our area available to researchers.
Bidford extends back to the Neolithic period and with Roman and Saxon occupancy. We manage information held in the Local Studies section at Bidford Community Library.
Bidford Archive | Bidford Local History | Voices from the Past | On-line publications
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If you are interested in history and want to learn more about the past, do come and join us to hear wonderful stories of great people and events. You can catch up also on latest Society news.
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