Museums Libraries & Archives South West

Upcoming events at Museums Libraries & Archives South West

History & Heritage

Weston-super-Mare Archaeological and Natural History Society (WANHS) : summer event – Birdwatching at Old Town Quarry...

Guided Birdwatching and refreshments at the Old Town Quarry in Weston followed by a walk/ journey to Birnbeck Pier Hub to find out the latest about the ongoing restoration. Further details on website

Tue 9 Jun12:15Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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History & Heritage

Around £5.

North Sedgemoor Local History Group : “Untold riches: the search for oil shale in West Somerset” Stephen Miles

King Alfred School (lecture theatre), Burnham Road, Highbridge TA9 3EE. [Please bring a torch on dark evenings] Visitors £5. NB : No talks in July and August.

Wed 10 Jun20:00Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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SANHS LIBRARY BOOK CLUB – a chance to explore the wealth of SANHS’ Library and Archive collections

Following our very successful inaugural meeting in November 2025, we now offer you a chance to explore SANHS’ collections on Natural History subjects. The event will be on Thursday 11 June, 10am to 2 noon, at Somerset Heritage Centre. (there’s free parking!) Please book by

Thu 11 Jun11:00Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Wells Natural History and Archaeological Society: Dragonflies: walk & talk at Avalon Marshes Centre – with Jon...

Check website for details. Location: Avalon Marshes Centre, Shapwick Road, Westhay, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9TT

Thu 11 Jun11:00Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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History & Heritage

Around £15

Banwell Society of Archaeology and Local History: “Tales of the Green Man” . Brain Wright

Regular meetings held at Banwell Youth & Community Centre, BS29 6DB. Parking available. Membership subscriptions: £15 per year. Talks – members, £1, guests £3. Refreshments and raffle at all meeting. (Secretary: Maggie McCarthy, tel )

Fri 12 Jun20:00Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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Free! (worth double-checking)

Talks & Lectures

SANHS: HANNAH MORE (1745 – 1833): A talk by John Page on the Bristol-based educator and philanthropist

John writes: “Numerous books have been written about Hannah More and her life, but most of what is known about her charitable activities and schools around Mendip has been taken from information sourced from Hannah and her sister Martha. This fresh interpretation uses local sources to offer a somewhat different view of events.” No need to book, just turn up! Free event – donations to SANHS welcome.

Tue 16 Jun20:30Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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History & Heritage

Around £2,

Milborne Port History and Heritage Group: ‘Raleigh, the Digbys & Sherborne Castle’ Bill McDermott

Camelot Room, Church House, Bathwell Lane, Milborne Port DT9 5AN. Suggested donations: members £2, non-members £5.

Mon 22 Jun20:30Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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Community

BACAS: Westbury-sub-Mendip Excavation

Full details of BACAS events : BACAS website.

Sun 28 Jun11:45Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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History & Heritage

Around £5

SANHS – Local History Section: Visit to the Hydrographic Office

A chance to visit the recently rebuilt facility. We will be given a guided tour and an opportunity to view some of its archive treasures. Meet 2.30 pm at the Hydrographic Office Admiralty Way, Taunton TA1 2DN Numbers will be limited for security and early booking is essential as details must be provided to the Hydrographic Office well in advance. Only people on the booking list can be admitted. Visitors will be required to show photo ID on arrival at the Hydrographic office. Book with SANHS:  or  before 10 June with address and nationality. Suggested donation to SANHS £5

Wed 1 Jul15:30Somerset Archaeological & Natural History Society

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