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Beeding
& Bramber Local History Society:
Discover
our past
If
you are lucky enough to live in the area, you know that history is all
around you. The ancient buildings, the landscape features and probably
even your own home have a story to tell. There are local records which
give fascinating insights into how people lived. For those studying
family history, local research can reveal very moving and surprising
personal details.
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The
Beeding and Bramber Local History Society was formed in 1981 for people
who have an interest in the past of the two villages, as well as
Botolphs, Small Dole and Edburton. From small beginnings, the society
now has over 90 members and meets regularly in the Beeding &
Bramber Village Hall.
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Talks
and Excursions
For
Members and Visitors
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Monthly
talks are held from October to May each year, on the first Wednesday of
the month at 7.45pm. They cover subjects ranging from the local area
and the County of Sussex to general topics of historic interest.
Visitors are welcome at these talks, with just a £1 entrance
fee for non-members.
During
the summer months excursions are arranged to places of local interest.
Wherever possible, the Society uses members of local history societies
as guides.
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Publications
Produced
by Members
Four
local images from the beautifully illustrated Parish
Millennium Map are shown on this page. It was produced by the
Society and spans 1500 years of history. It is on view at the Beeding
& Bramber Village Hall and copies of the map can be purchased
in local shops for £3. The Society has also published two
books, written by members.
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Beeding: History of a Village
Edited
by Alison Noble
Bramber: Glimpses of a Village
Edited
by Alison Noble
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are available in local shops at £3 each or £2.50 to
members of the Society. Books and maps can also be obtained by sending
an email to: Dave
and Pat Nightingale. |
The
Archive
Local
Collection
The
Society has a large amount of material relating to the local area,
including photographs, maps and other documents. This material is
stored privately and may be viewed by appointment. Further details are
available from the Chairman.
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Annual
subscriptions are £4 for an individual membership and
£7 for two people living at the same address.
If
you are interested in joining please use the link above. You can then
print and complete the membership form and return it by post with your
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Visit
the Society website here: Beeding
& Bramber Local History Society
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