Local and Family History Centre

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Local and Family History Centre is a museum in Three Mills. Near Here currently lists at least 17 upcoming events, including Ironbridge Gorge Museums, Summer programme Museum of the Jewellery Quarter - Provisional and Ironbridge Gorge Museums – To be confirmed.

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Around £7.00

Ironbridge Gorge Museums

The National Trust have just taken over the museums and will be reopening them progressively from Spring. The Ironbridge Gorge is a globally-important UNESCO World Heritage site, meaning it is recognised internationally as being ‘of outstanding value to humanity’, comprised of buildings, structures and artefacts of international, national and local significance. There are ten places within the Gorge site, including the Blists Hill Victorian Town and Enginuity museums. Time, price and meeting pace tbc

Thu 13 AugLocal and Family History Centre

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Summer programme Museum of the Jewellery Quarter - Provisional

Ask anyone in the city what Birmingham is famous for and jewellery-making will be at the top of the list. With a world-wide reputation for the highest quality precious metals and gemstones, the region has for centuries been the go-to place for those looking for the very best treasures. The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter captures the vital role the industry has played as it shines a spotlight on a perfectly preserved workshop and offers a glimpse of working life in Birmingham’s renowned Jewellery Quarter. When the proprietors of the Smith & Pepper jewellery manufacturing firm retired in 1981 they simply ceased trading and locked the door, unaware they would be leaving a time capsule for future generations. Today, it stands as a remarkable museum, telling the story of the region’s unique heritage.

Thu 13 Aug09:00Local and Family History Centre

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Ironbridge Gorge Museums – To be confirmed

The National Trust have just taken over the museums and will be reopening them progressively from Spring. The Ironbridge Gorge is a globally-important UNESCO World Heritage site, meaning it is recognised internationally as being ‘of outstanding value to humanity’, comprised of buildings, structures and artefacts of international, national and local significance. There are ten places […]\n

Wed 19 AugLocal and Family History Centre

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Avoncroft Museum of Buildings

Avoncroft Museum opened to the public in 1967 following the rescue and reconstruction of a medieval Town House from Bromsgrove town centre. Its collection has since grown to encompass over 30 historic buildings and structures, dating from the 14th century to the mid-20th century. All of Avoncroft’s buildings and structures were neglected and/or threatened with […]\n

Wed 19 Aug09:30Local and Family History Centre

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Curses to Claimants: a history of Tichborne family

A talk by Will Motley. This talk will tell the history of one of the oldest English families, the Tichbornes of Hampshire, who have lived at Tichborne near Winchester since before the Norman Conquest and still live there now. Their story includes a twelfth century curse that came true in the 18th century; Catholic martyrs; […]

Wed 9 SeptLocal and Family History Centre

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Children & FamilyHistory & Heritage

Curses to Claimants: a history of Tichborne family

A talk by Will Motley. This talk will tell the history of one of the oldest English families, the Tichbornes of Hampshire, who have lived at Tichborne near Winchester since before the Norman Conquest and still live there now. Their story includes a twelfth century curse that came true in the 18th century; Catholic martyrs; […]\n

Wed 9 Sept19:30Local and Family History Centre

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Around £10

Katherine of Aragon: Beyond the Stereotypes

What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the legacy they have left. PLEASE NOTE: this talk will be held at the Local History Centre. Talk one Unveiling the True Character of Henry the Eighth’s First Tudor Queen Explore the extraordinary life of Katherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII. Too often dismissed as dowdy and overly pious, Katherine’s true legacy is far richer and more nuanced. Was she merely a devout and plain figure, or did her intelligence, political acumen, and beauty shape the course of English history? Discover how Katherine navigated the treacherous world of Tudor politics, championed scholarship for women, and inspired devotion and respect across Europe. This session will challenge prevailing myths and invite you to see Katherine not as a passive victim, but as a clever, resilient, and charismatic queen whose influence is celebrated to this day. Accompanying novel ‘Of Aragon’ by Caroline Willcocks. Caroline has lived in Bromyard for the last six years, with her husband the poet John Pare, a dog and a cat. She has worked in the theatre, freelance journalism and for charities before writing six novels (so far).

Sat 3 OctLocal and Family History Centre

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Around £10.00

Katherine of Aragon: Beyond the Stereotypes

What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the […]\n

Sat 3 Oct14:00Local and Family History Centre

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Around £10

The Enigma of Anne Boleyn

What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the legacy they have left. PLEASE NOTE: this talk will be held at the Local History Centre. Talk two Unprincipled Schemer or Protestant and Feminist Martyr? Join us for a thought-provoking talk exploring the life and legacy of Anne Boleyn. one of the most fascinating figures in British history, she has achieved the status of an icon. Was she simply an ambitious manipulator, ruthlessly pursuing power at court, or does her story reveal a courageous woman who championed Protestant reform and aid for early foundations? This session will delve into the intrigue of Henry VIII’s court, Anne’s pivotal role in England’s religious transformation, and the myths and truths that have shaped her reputation over the centuries. Discover how Anne Boleyn’s brief but impactful life continues to inspire debate: was she an unprincipled schemer, or a martyr for her faith and for women’s agency? The session will also look at Jane Seymour, the only queen to give Henry VIII a son. Accompanying novel ‘The Duty of Women’ by Caroline Willcocks. Caroline has lived in Bromyard for the last six years, with her husband the poet John Pare, a dog and a cat.

Sat 10 OctLocal and Family History Centre

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Around £10.00

The Enigma of Anne Boleyn

What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the […]\n

Sat 10 Oct14:00Local and Family History Centre

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Medieval Church Chests in Herefordshire and their Conservation

A talk by Rachel Sycamore. Chests were very important items of medieval furniture, with many extant in churches today. Rachel Sycamore provides an insight into the different types of church chests, what they were used for, and what they meant to people in medieval society. She also shares a few of her conservation journeys in […]

Wed 14 OctLocal and Family History Centre

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Medieval Church Chests in Herefordshire and their Conservation

A talk by Rachel Sycamore. Chests were very important items of medieval furniture, with many extant in churches today. Rachel Sycamore provides an insight into the different types of church chests, what they were used for, and what they meant to people in medieval society. She also shares a few of her conservation journeys in […]\n

Wed 14 Oct19:30Local and Family History Centre

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A Tale of Two Queens: Anne of Cleves & Katherine Howard

What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the […]

Sat 17 OctLocal and Family History Centre

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Around £10.00

A Tale of Two Queens: Anne of Cleves & Katherine Howard

What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the […]\n

Sat 17 Oct14:00Local and Family History Centre

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Around £10

Katherine Parr: Scholar, Survivor, and Queen

What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the legacy they have left. PLEASE NOTE: this talk will be held at the Local History Centre. Talk four Katherine Parr: Scholar, Survivor, and Queen A Talk Exploring the Perilous Path of England’s Last Tudor Queen Discover the remarkable life of Katherine Parr in this absorbing talk, where we delve into the dangerous journey she undertook as Henry VIII’s sixth and final wife. Katherine’s intellect and scholarship not only shaped the religious and cultural landscape of her era, but also offered her unique influence over Henry’s children — Edward, Mary and Elizabeth — helping to nurture and set the course of England’s next three monarchs. Yet, beneath her composed exterior lay the heart of a woman who risked everything for love, culminating in a passionate affair that ultimately led to her tragic demise. Join us for an illuminating exploration of Katherine Parr’s courage, her legacy of learning, and the lasting impact of her relationships within the Tudor court. Accompanying novel ‘The Shadow of the King’ by Caroline Willcocks. Caroline has lived in Bromyard for the last six years, with her husband the poet John Pare, a dog and a cat.

Sat 24 OctLocal and Family History Centre

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Around £10.00

Katherine Parr: Scholar, Survivor, and Queen

What was life really like for Henry VIII’s six wives? Caroline Willcocks, who has researched and written four successful novels on the Tudor Queens talks about their lives and loves. Was Katherine of Aragon a liar? Was Anne Boleyn a schemer? Did Anne of Cleves smell? Over four talks she discusses these women and the […]\n

Sat 24 Oct14:00Local and Family History Centre

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Around £7.00

Last of the Great Lake’s Steamers

A talk by Philip Hart The Edwardian Era saw the production of thousands of elegant passenger steams ships, the Titanic being one of the best-known. These vessels sailed worldwide and were the main mode of transportation across The Canadian Great Lakes up until the creation of the railways and the Trans-Canadian Highway. Today, the only one still floating, The Keewatin, sits in the restored Victorian boatyard, located at The Great Lakes Museum, Kingston, Ontario. This is the story of her travels, and how she came to be saved, restored, and to become the main attraction at the museum.

Wed 11 NovLocal and Family History Centre

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