This illustrated talk looks at the history of learning in Tiverton and the various schools that have existed over time. For people who couldn't make the guided walks on School Days, and people interested in learning more about the history of schooling in the town. 3 –...
Spinning a Yarn – Illustrated Talk
We explore our archives to give an introduction to Mid Devon's wool trade. Join us to discover why during the 1600s and early 1700s, Tiverton was the most important inland town in Devon. 3 – 4pm Talks takes place at the museum. Light refreshments served. Tickets: £8...
Mid Devon at War – Illustrated Talk
We use our museum archives to explore the impact of both World Wars on the communities of Mid Devon. 3 - 4pm Talks takes place at the museum. Light refreshments served. Tickets: £8 (£6.50 museum members) Book Online for Mid Devon at War now.
Gold Street & Bampton Street in Old Photographs – Illustrated Talk
We follow the story of two of the main streets of Tiverton through history, with rich illustrations from our photo archive. 3pm. Talk is held at Tiverton Museum, with refreshments served. Tickets: £8 (Museum members £6.50). Pop into the museum for more information or...
West Exe in Old Photographs – Illustrated Talk
We investigate our archives and explore the history of Tiverton's West Exe, including textile production, shops and community life, plus the impact of floods and fires. All illustrated with photos from our collection. 7pm. Talk is held at Tiverton Museum, with...
Fore Street in Old Photographs – Illustrated Talk
We delve into the archives and explore the long and fascinating history of Tiverton's Fore Street, illustrated with photos from our collection. 3pm. Talk is held at Tiverton Museum, with refreshments served. Tickets: £8 (Museum members £6.50). Pop into the museum for...
CANCELLED Health and Welfare – Illustrated Talk
For people who couldn't make the guided walk in 2023, this talk looks at the history of hospitals and medical provision in Tiverton, and details the living conditions for the town's poorest inhabitants in the Nineteenth Century. 7pm. Talk takes place at Tiverton...
Tiverton’s Parks & Green Spaces – Illustrated Talk
We explore the history of parks, bowling greens and other green spaces, using our archives. 7pm. Talk takes place at Tiverton Museum with refreshments served. Tickets £8 (Museum members £6.50). Booking Essential. Pop into the museum or book online for Parks &...
Sport in Tiverton – Illustrated Talk
We use our archives to explore the history of various sports in Tiverton, including football, rugby, athletics, cricket, tennis and swimming. Talk is held at Tiverton Museum, with refreshments served. Tickets: £8 (Museum members £6.50). Pop into the museum for more...
Sport in Tiverton – Illustrated Talk
We use our archives to explore the history of various sports in Tiverton, including football, rugby, athletics, cricket, tennis and swimming. 7pm. Talk is held at Tiverton Museum, with refreshments served. Tickets: £8 (Museum members £6.50). Pop into the museum for...
Tiverton’s Parks & Green Spaces – Illustrated Talk
We explore the history of parks, bowling greens and other green spaces, using our archives. 3pm. Talk takes place at Tiverton Museum with refreshments served. Tickets £8 (Museum members £6.50). Booking Essential. Pop into the museum or book online for Parks &...
Health and Welfare – Illustrated Talk
For people who couldn't make the guided walk in 2023, this talk looks at the history of hospitals and medical provision in Tiverton, and details the living conditions for the town's poorest inhabitants in the Nineteenth Century. Please Note: This talk has been...