Heptonstall Museum presents a talk from local expert, Mike Edwards to discuss the history and purpose of war memorials.
David Glover offers an opportunity to hear his unique perspective on the fascinating story of the Cragg Vale Coiners and his ongoing research in the atmospheric surroundings of Heptonstall Museum.
Nick Wilding’s film about the history of Heptonstall spans centuries of fascinating life in the village and uncovers wonderful stories from those who grew up surrounded by its beauty and traditions.
Author Jill Liddington joins us to tell another story of Hebden Bridge’s involvement in historical change. This time, Lavena Saltonstall, daughter of a fustian dyer who became part of the suffragette movement. Lavena Saltonstall was born in 1881 in the valley below Heptonstall, and around her tenth birthday became a half-time tailoress. In 1906 Lavena got… Read More »Lavena Saltonstall: local tailoress and suffragette
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A real one off event. Meet Steve Welsh, whose personal passion for Roman history has seen him literally walk the talk crossing Hadrian’s Wall in his Roman regalia
Part of our Researching Heptonstall group, we’re offering an opportunity to learn archiving skills with a visit to the West Yorkshire Archive Service in Halifax. Session will include: What the archives service team do An overview of the collections held – with specific reference to Heptonstall What resources there are to help people identify archival… Read More »An Introduction to West Yorkshire Archives Service
Researching Heptonstall is a community-led group for anyone with a passion for uncovering the past. Whether you're diving into your family history, the story of your house, or the secrets of a specific area - join us in helping unravel routes, networks and connections that have made Heptonstall such a fascinating hilltop town.
New Worlds Down Under. In 1788 the First Fleet landed at Botany Bay with its first cohort of convicts including women. The settlement of Australia had begun. The remaining phases were more varied as free settler colonies emerged with women viewed as primary agents of successful settlement. Dr Mary Ellen joins us to explore this… Read More »New Worlds Down Under
During the First World War, the British government persistently rejected calls to legalise marriages between a man and the widow of his deceased brother. This talk reviews the debates surrounding calls to change the law which eventually came into force in 1921, laying to rest a curious anomaly that gained emotional and economic importance as… Read More »Meeting an Urgent Need – The Deceased Brother’s Widow’s Marriage Act 1921
Researching Heptonstall is a community-led group for anyone with a passion for uncovering the past. Whether you’re diving into your family history, the story of your house, or the secrets of a specific area, this is the place for you.
Join our informal monthly meetings, led by enthusiastic coordinators.
Jenny Harper joins us for a virtual talk about the inspiring work of Ethel Carnie Holdsworth and the importance of her work involved in The Clear Light, a publication pivotal to the northern political and social landscape of the 1920's.
