Category Archives: local

Overseers of the Poor Books

Posted on June 28, 2017 by miltonabbashistorygroup

A big thank you to our transcribers who are adding to the history of Milton Abbas. And a big thank you to one of our members who has allowed us access to these nearly 250 years old stories. The Overseers … Continue reading →

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Exhibition St James Church

Posted on June 24, 2017 by miltonabbashistorygroup

We have a semi-permanent display in the south aisle of St James’ Church, Milton Abbas. Alongside the display is a Visitors Book so that those interested in the history of Milton Abbas or having ancestors from here can leave there … Continue reading →

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Magnetometry survey

Posted on June 24, 2017 by miltonabbashistorygroup

This morning Josie Hagan from Bournemouth University carried out a magnetometry survey around St Catherine’s Chapel. We look forward to seeing the results. The earthworks surrounding St Catherine’s Chapel are a mystery, and several legends have built up around them. … Continue reading →

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Milton Abbas Street Fair, 29 July 2017

Posted on June 22, 2017 by miltonabbashistorygroup

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Exhibition 16 – 17 Sep 2017, Reading Rooms, Milton Abbas

Posted on June 22, 2017 by miltonabbashistorygroup

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