Ancient Shooting Butts at Evershot

The following letter, concerning a complaint that some men at Evershot had been  subjected to actions for trespass when attempting to practice therie archery, was published in Notes & Queries for Somerset and Dorset, Volume VIII

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Frome Weavers Jailed

A trade dispute between the weavers of Frome, Somerset and their employers in June 1823 resulted in the jailing of about 20 of the weavers following disturbances in the area.  The following two reports are from “The Western People Flyer”.

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Roll of Honour – World War I

PoppyThe following members of my extended tree gave their lives for their Country during the First World War.  If you are connected with or have further information on any of them I would be pleased to hear from you.

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