For Winchester Archaeology and Local History |
Aims and objectives: WARG, the society for Winchester archaeology and local history, promotes the study of archaeology and local history in the City of Winchester and the surrounding area, through monthly events including lectures; walks; excursions and excavations.
Next event: Autumn Lecture Series - Details Soon
We have returned to our usual venue, the Hampshire Records Office Cinema, for many of our talks, although some we will hold online. No need to book for the HRO, and Zoom lectures will commence 7.30pm on the second Monday of the month with the invitation link sent out about a week in advance.
Publications News:
A new series of local history books produced by Stephen Old. Click on the books for more details.
Services and activities offered: WARG provides work parties and other support for Hampshire Cultural Trust and develops training activities for volunteers. Membership: Just £15 per annum, or £27 for two people at the same address. Free entry to meetings, and a thrice-yearly newsletter. To become a member, email membership@warg.org.uk, or download an application form. Times: Meetings and lectures at: Hampshire Records Office, Sussex Street, Winchester - normally second Monday of the month, September to May, 19:30. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start to ensure a seat. Non-members: Unfortunately, due to restrictions of number at our venues, we cannot accommodate non-members at our meetings at the moment.
Our volunteers (the Committee): Stephen Old (Chairman) Kim Batten (Secretary) Andy King (Treasurer) David Ashby (Winchester University) Janet Backhouse (Newsletter Editor) Vacancy (Events Organiser) Maisie Marshall Tracy Matthews (Winchester City Council) Tracey Pontin Stuart Rippon (Membership Secretary) Kate Robinson David Spurling
Event Scribes: Edwina ColeClemency FisherIris GouldSteve OldChris SellenSteve Taylor et alWhy not write up one of our evening talks or events, or contribute news of a visit or holiday to our newsletter?
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