Meetings

The Society meets on the last Thursday of the month, at St Cuthbert’s Church Crypt, Sandy Park Road, Brislington, commencing at 7.30pm. During winter months (November to February) meetings are held in the afternoon (2.00pm). Meetings comprise a talk, which may be illustrated, by a Society member or invited speakers, on issues of general or local interest. Occasional Local History meetings, dedicated specifically to Brislington History, are also held at Wick Road Library. These are intended to be more informal events, where members are invited to join in and contribute their memories.

Forthcoming meetings:

Thursday 24th February
2.00pm St Cuthbert’s Church Crypt
“Memories of a Village Grocer”. John Barkle will share his memories of working as a village grocer in Somerset. Admission members £1.50 Visitors £2

Thursday 31st March 7.30pm St Cuthbert’s Church Crypt
“St Mary Redcliffe Church”. A talk by Brian Amesbury on the history of one of Bristol’s most famous churches. Admission members £1.50 Visitors £2

Thursday 28th April
2.00pm St Cuthbert’s Church Crypt
“The Romans in Britain”. A talk by John Drinkwater, including information about our local Roman Villa! Admission members £1.50 Visitors £2

Thursday 26th May
2.00pm St Cuthbert’s Church Crypt
“The Home Guard in Somerset”. A talk by Jeffrey Wilson about the real life ‘Dad’s Army’. Admission members £1.50 Visitors £2

Thursday 30th June
2.00pm St Cuthbert’s Church Crypt
AGM - Followed by a short talk on an item of local interest (to be decided). Admission FREE



Other events

The December event (members only) is usually a Christmas meal held in a local restaurant.

In the summer, the Society arranges a trip to a location of historic interest in the area. Recent visits have included Berkeley Castle, Oakham Treasures and Tyntesfield House.

The Society also holds exhibitions of memorabilia and items of Brislington History. These include photographs and information eg History of Sandy Park shops. The Brislington Archaeology Project, who are linked to the Society, have provided artifacts and information about the local archaeology. We would welcome any information, photographs etc you may have about Brislington to add to our knowledge and to record for future generations.