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The local historical society of Bradfield Berkshire

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DORCAS WARD. MA (Cantab)

3 May 202529 November 2025 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org
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The Crofton Pumping Station on the Kennet and Avon Canal by Jonathan Willis

19 October 202419 October 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org
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The Nabobs of Berkshire by Clive Williams OBE

19 October 202419 October 2024 John Bishop
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Shaw House – Speaker: Sarah Somerville

19 October 202419 October 2024 John Bishop
visit to Pendon: 8th July 2024
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visit to Pendon: 8th July 2024

9 July 20249 July 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org
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The History of the Falkland War by Brigadier Colin Tadier and Professor Martin Parsons.

26 November 202316 April 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org
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26th February 2024: ROMAN SILCHESTER

13 September 202326 February 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

Speaker: Prof. Michael Fulford Monday 26th February 2023 7:30pm (Doors open from 7:00pm) Professor Michael Fulford was promoted to Professor of Archaeology at the University

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6th November 2023: The History of the Falkland Islands War

13 September 202316 April 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

The History of the Falkland Islands War Speaker: Peter Walker & Martin Parsons Monday 26th February 2024 7:30pm (Doors open from 7:00pm) Bradfield Cricket Club

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30th September 2024: Shaw House – Berkshire’s Hidden Gem

13 September 202319 October 2024 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

Shaw House – Berkshire’s Hidden Gem Speaker: Sarah Somerville Monday 30th September 2024 7:30pm (Doors open from 7:00pm) Bradfield Cricket Club Pavilion, Heath Road, Bradfield

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4th November 2024: Donnington Castle

13 September 202326 February 2025 bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org

Donnington Castle Speaker: David Peacock Monday 4th November 2024 7:30pm (Doors open from 7:00pm) Dr David Peacock will give a fascinating, illustrated introduction to the

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Penelope Stokes speaking on Georgian Newbury

20 July 202316 April 2024 John Bishop

Written by John Bishop There was a clear expectation that we would hear an account of life in Newbury from 1700 to 1800. Penelope has

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Jack of Newbury, David Peacock

20 July 202316 April 2024 John Bishop

Written by John Bishop In the hundred years from 1450 to 1550 the English woollen industry enjoyed great success and brought great wealth to the

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Trails of Evidence: A History of Forensic Science , Chris Curry B.Sc. (Hons), M.Sc

20 July 202316 April 2024 John Bishop

Written by John Bishop This was a brilliant presentation given to a packed audience in the Cricket Pavilion in Bradfield. The word forensic comes from

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Copyhold farm in the 1940’s

20 July 202329 November 2025 John Bishop

Written by Dorcus Ward This was to be Dorcas Ward’s last presentation to the History Society. It was prepared during lockdown when her cousin Gill’s

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Map Making & Military Intelligence Brigadier (Retired) Peter Walker OBE, FRICS

20 July 202316 April 2024 John Bishop

Written by John Bishop Peter served for 37 years in the Army, much of this time being as a specialist in surveying, mapping and geospatial

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Pottery Demonstration & History of 9th Century Persian Pottery

30 June 202316 April 2024 John Bishop

How fortunate we are to have Andrew Hazelden, an accomplished potter with a showroom now based at Hewins Wood Farm, in Bradfield. His life as

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About The Bradfield Historical Society

The Bradfield Historical Society is a local organization in West Berkshire that gathers five times a year at the Bradfield Southend Cricket Pavilion. Join us for engaging talks by guest speakers, delving into the captivating history of Bradfield and the local village, or even further afield. No membership required; simply turn up with a suggested donation of £4 which can be paid with cash or card. Explore the remarkable stories that have shaped our area and be a part of preserving our community's heritage.

About Us

Click here to find out more about the Committee Members who run the Bradfield Historical Society.

To contact us, you can call Gordon Patterson on 07764 476361, or email info@bradfieldhistoricalsociety.org.

History of Bradfield

Click here to read a Brief History of Bradfield

How To Find Us

We are located in the Bradfield Southend Cricket Pavilion

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