Colyton Parish History Society

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ABOUT COLYTON PARISH HISTORY SOCIETY

Founded in 1986, the Colyton Parish History Society has 150 members whose aim is to encourage and promote the study of local history.

The society has a collection of deeds, documents, books, photographs, maps, and other records relating to Colyton's history.

Additions to this collection are most welcome; items can be left for copying with Colin Haynes at Haynes Hardware, Market Place, Colyton (please record your name and address clearly before handing in your material for copying).

Colyton in the War: In 2005, the History Society put on an exhibition to mark the 60th anniversary of the end of the war. A series of filmed interviews took place with locals remembering their experiences. The society felt that this material deserved a proper record as a book and a CD  for the benefit of present and future generations. Please click the Literature button on the menu.

THE LOCAL HISTORY CENTRE -- Family History: The society had a research facility for family history, but since the loss of our History Centre building this work is scaled down. However, the society will continue to provide limited help for anyone wishing to research family history or any other aspect of Colyton's past.
John Cochrane 01297 552828
or to email, click the address below:

Or telephone John Forrester-Addie on:
 01297 552610

 

 

Guided tours. The society conducts One-Hour Guided History Walks around the town. For parties of 10 or more people the cost is £2 per head and the proceeds support our history society.
For the 2010 program of walks,
please click the menu button labelled History Tours.
Vicarage Street, Colyton

Monthly meetings: The society holds monthly speaker evenings which are open to both members and non-members.

UK Membership of the Society:
Subscription is £5 for individuals or £8 for a couple.
Please click the Membership Form button on the menu for a printable membership form.

Contact us -- we would love to hear from you whether you are a resident, past resident, or just interested in Colyton we would be delighted to receive your feedback.
Any information on Colyton's history  is most welcome.

John Cochrane 01297 552828
or to email, click the address below:

Or telephone John Forrester-Addie on:
 01297 552610

Or email Colin Haynes at the address below:

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