Celebrating the Town’s Past
The Aylsham Local History Society began in June 1984 through the enthusiasm of a group of local people with an interest in the history of this wonderful Norfolk market town. The Society arranges a diverse programme of lectures, visits and social events.
- A series of monthly evening lectures is held during the winter months. The first three of these in 2021 cover: 19th Century industrial activity in Norfolk and its market towns, Norwich: A Black History & Iron Age Norfolk.
- Several excursions are made to augment the lectures and to visit places of historical interest. Members are also invited to a Social Event each Spring.
- A Journal & Newsletter is issued three times a year, summarising the lectures and excursions.
- By courtesy of the Aylsham Town Council members can also undertake research using the Aylsham Town Archive. Help can be obtained with the guidance of a dedicated group of volunteers led by Maggie Vaughan-Lewis, Hon. Archivist. The Aylsham Archive, has a wonderful collection of printed material and photographs spanning over 200 years. The Archive is usually open each Wednesday from 10.00am – noon – but please check with the Council office first.
You can join or renew online on our Contact Us page. If you prefer a print & post Membership Form please contact alhsmembershipsecretary@outlook.com
Both methods require payment as follows:
- Bank Transfer or standing order
- By cheque payable to: ‘Aylsham Local History Society‘ and sent to our Membership Secretary.
A membership card will be available once payment has been processed.
Next Event…
Aylsham History Weekend Saturday September 25th Aylsham Town Hall 9am – 1 pm A morning of films, exhibitions, information from Aylsham History Society, Aylsham Heritage Centre, Aylsham Roman Project and Aylsham Archives • Need help deciphering an old document such as a will, letter or deed? Bring it along and the archivist will give [...]
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