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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 →

57 members enjoyed an excellent evening of folk music from ‘May Thrill’ They played two sets either side of a delicious buffet supplied by the 4 Seasons Deli. Our thanks to Lionel for the organisation of this successful evening, managing … Continue reading →

Lionel organised two very popular visits – full details on the visits page

The remaining gravestones in St.Mary’s Churchyard were surveyed by Frances Penney + Dood Pearce from 1982-1987. These records have now been digitised, and the gravestones re-photographed to create digital copies which can be sent anywhere in the world on request. … Continue reading →

The society had a very entertaining performance by Philip Collins (Mr Collywobbles) entitled ‘The History of Punch and Judy’. He told us its origins and history with much participation from members, and then erected his theatre.  Dood had been ‘volunteered’ … Continue reading →