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25 Years of Dewsbury History Group

31 Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HL

  • 18 Sep 2025
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

A recap of who started the group and why. Some of the notable events put on by the group. A quiz about the history of the town, its famous sons and daughters and the buildings.

There will be a PowerPoint presentation of the early days of the group and some of the publications created by the group about the history of the town and walks around the town. These will be on display as well as some of the many books about the town. There will also be a review of the spin-off 'Dewsbury Sacrifices' the aims and achievements. This will be followed by a quiz about the history of the town, the landmarks, famous people and may some of the infamous.

Timings & Tours

Thursday 18 September:
1900-2130

Location & directions

31 Wellington Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 1HL

Directions:
It was formerly The Gluepot.
Contact on day:
David Gaunt
Telephone number:
+447443469852

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Parking is at the public car park by the Old library

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