Talks
We hold a minimum of five talks per year on a wide variety of historical subjects. Talks are presented variously by members of the Whimple History Society and by professional speakers.
Admission is free for history society members and £3 for non-members
Unless otherwise stated Talks are held in the Whimple Village Hall, School Hill, Whimple, Exeter EX5 2TS
27-09-2024 @ 7:30pm
The Seven Laces of Devon
An illustrated talk by Carol McFadzean author of several books about East Devon lace
Bring your lace for Carol to identify
01-11-2024 @ 7:30pm
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission
A talk by Tim Stoneman of the Guild of Battlefield Guides
An introduction to the history and ongoing work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission
29-11-2024 @ 7:30pm
The Lady Katherine's Tudor Christmas
A talk by historical novelist Rosemary Griggs with songs by " the peasant", David
31-01-2025 @ 7:30pm
Times of Change: A Brief History of English New Towns
An illustrated talk by Whimple History Society member, Alan Lascelles, who has a background in Town and Country Planning, and was formerly a lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University