The Association will also have an exhibition of old documents and images from the Archives stored in our computers. We will also have you tube videos of stories recorded and stored in our computers presented in video format created from our archive material including the tithe wars, the school tax objections, the start of local council structure and who was involved. and what functions did they cover. The closure of church graveyards and creation of council graveyards.
This event was supported by leading family history website, Findmypast, who provided access to their records as part of their sponsorship of ‘Everyday Histories’, the festival theme. Discover your ancestors' stories at findmypast.co.uk
Timings
- Sunday 13 September:
- 1400-1700
Location & directions
St Mary's Church, Hemyock, Cullompton, Devon,
- Directions:
- St Mary's Church is next to Hemyock Castle and opposite The Catherine Wheel, Hemyock
- Contact on day:
- Michael Cooper
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Book on day
- Booking conditions:
- The exhibition will be available on Sunday 13th September from 2pm until 5pm. Information will be available on all people from the Culm Valley who served in either World War I or in World War II. Books have been published on these participants.
- Booking contact name:
- Michael Cooper
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.blackdownarchives.org.uk
- Booking opens:
- 13 Sep 2026 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 13 Sep 2026 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
The main body of the church is accessible but certain places within the church will be restricted and access is prevented by locked doors.
Additional information
- Estimated duration:
-
1 hour(s)
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