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Chris Close
10 hours ago1 min read
The Book of Collyweston
Originally printed in 1986 the book of Collyweston is your unique chance to own a copy of the book that covers the complete history of...
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Chris Close
7 days ago1 min read
The Despensers - Kathryn Warner
Join us for an original talk as famous author and TV personality Kathryn Warner comes to Collyweston to discuss the infamous Despenser...
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Chris Close
Jan 301 min read
RAF Collyweston - Talk by Brian Coleby
Presented by Brian Coleby OBE Come along for an original talk by Vulcan Air Electronics officer Brian Coleby as he explains the origins...
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Chris Close
Oct 22, 20241 min read
It's Behind You!! - Talk
Its Behind You!! - Oh No it Isn't!!! Henry Sauntson - and co will provide an original talk on the Collyweston Players amateur pantomime...
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Chris Close
Sep 10, 20241 min read
Our Society says thankyou Brian
Statement on behalf of the organising committee Dear Members and Guests, It is with great sadness that we have learned today that our...
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Chris Close
Sep 10, 20241 min read
2024 AGM and Slater Log Quiz
Put Monday 7th October in your diary and come along for to choose the direction of your society in 2024/25. We have important decisions...
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Chris Close
Aug 29, 20241 min read
Unseen Collyweston Talk
Join us for an original piece of research as Chris Close provides a one hour talk highlighting how our busy lives often make us overlook...
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Chris Close
May 22, 20241 min read
Richard III Talk moved to St Andrews Church
Nathen Amin's controversial testament in the trial of Richard III has sparked huge interest that we have decided to move the talk to the...
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Chris Close
Sep 13, 20231 min read
Jonathan Foyle Special Event
SPECIAL TICKET ONLY EVENT: NOVEMBER 11TH 6pm START Tickets on sale now Click here to book > Book early for a massive unique event as...
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Chris Close
Sep 11, 20231 min read
AGM 2023
Its your society so come along at 6.30pm to elect the committee for the forthcoming year and set the agenda for 2024. We will be talking...
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Chris Close
Jul 31, 20231 min read
The Detectorists
A unique local event as local metal detectorists provide an eye opening talk on metal detecting in the Welland Valley between Collyweston...
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Chris Close
Jan 25, 20231 min read
The Tryons Of Collyweston
Join us on Monday 6th March for a unique talk on the influential Tryon Family. The Tryons were a family who came to be known for...
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Chris Close
Oct 9, 20221 min read
Book now for Tracy Borman Special Event Saturday 10th December 2022 5pm
Book now for a special one off event to as we are joined by National author, TV presenter and joint curator of the royal palaces Tracy...
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Chris Close
Aug 25, 20221 min read
September Double Header
As a special for September we are doing 2 talks in September. Join us on the 5th for a unique talk by BBC presenter Nathen Amin on the...
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Chris Close
Aug 3, 20221 min read
With thanks to Augean
Collyweston Historical Society is grateful to have been able to secure grant funding of £9500 to enable us to get properties in hall yard...
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Chris Close
Jul 26, 20221 min read
The House of Beaufort by Nathan Amin
Join us for an evening of new information on the Beaufort family by famous national BBC presenter and author Nathan Amin. Nathan is...
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Chris Close
Mar 2, 20221 min read
History of Watermills Talk
Join Guest Speaker Jon McGuinness for an evening of history of water mills and windmills. Jon is a professional Millwright and will...
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Chris Close
Nov 22, 20211 min read
Talk by Nicola Tallis on Lady Margaret
Come to Collyweston for a presentation by famous author Dr Nicola Tallis as she provides an insight into the life and household of Lady...
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Chris Close
Jun 20, 20211 min read
Grey Friars or White Friars?
Looking for a lockdown lift? Join our first guest speaker of 2021 as famous local author Linda Ball reveals the results of 10 years of...
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