Monthly talks on building history and vernacular architecture, with particular emphasis on Somerset.
Guests are always welcome. A donation of £3 would be gratefully received by our treasurer.
All meetings are held at the The Parish Rooms in Somerton. Doors open 7pm for a 7.30pm start unless otherwise noted. Click here for map.
Fergus would welcome any suggestions or recommendations for speakers, subjects or visits that might be relevant to the group.
Upcoming Talks
Wednesday 16th September 7.30pm
Linda Hall on fixtures and fittings in period houses 1300-1900, author of the much reprinted book of that name, a bible to surveyors like us. Possibly also a short performance on her historical instrument the nyckelharapa.
Wednesday 21th October 7.30pm
Alice Cartledge, a member of SVBRG and architect who will tell us about her work, particularly on a house in Nether Stowey she has recently worked on.
Wednesday 18th November 7.30pm
Dr Kathryn Davies on wall paintings. Dr Davies is the author of a recently published book, Artisan Art: vernacular paintings in the Welsh Marches 1550-1650.
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Other local meeting & talks
Martock Local History Group
They meet in Martock each month at the Primary School in Elmleigh Road.
The meetings are on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Our aim is to have lectures during the winter months and organise visits,
field walking and more outdoor activities during the summer.
Tintinhull Local History Group
All evening meetings 7.30pm Tintinhull Village Hall. Vicarage Street.(Unless otherwise stated).
NON MEMBERS WELCOME - £3 entrance fee. - Members entrance fee £1.