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Onion Fayre

The society had a very interesting display this year about education in Newent over the last two to three centuries. Dood had put together a big selection of copied documents and photographs which told the story of the enormous changes … Continue reading

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January Social

Over 50 members ( a full room ! ) had a very enjoyable evening with good food, wine and most importantly excellent entertainment from Dick Brice, pictured here with the chairman Dood who had to gently bring the evening to … Continue reading

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Lacock Abbey Visit

In August 42 members had a very enjoyable day out visiting the Abbey and its photography museum dedicated to William Fox-Talbot. There was time to explore the village, much of which dates from the 13th century. This included the church, … Continue reading

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SS Great Britain Visit

51 members enjoyed a very successful trip to the SS Great Britain in July. The very recently opened Dockyard Museum was a part of the visit that most of our visitors had not seen before. The visit followed on from … Continue reading

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             Newent War Memorial   A new book is being launched at Newent Onion Fayre on 9th September about the Newent War Memorial.  It has been written by members of Newent Local History Society and gives details about the Newent … Continue reading

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