Bridgwater: Domesday to the 18th Century

A view of the Blake Museum
Grade
Easy
Distance
1.5 - 2 miles / 2.5 - 3.25 km
Duration
About 2 hours
Event type
Official Festival Walk, Walk
Family Friendly, Heritage and History
Walk Type
Circular walks
Date & time
Finished
Cost
Adults: £5
Venue & Location
King Square, Bridgwater
  • Lady Christabella and Sir Edmund Wyndham
  • The Old Rose and Crown Inn
  • A view of Castle Street in Bridgwater
  • St Mary’s medieval Parish Church
  • The medieval “Old Vicarage”

A Bridgwater Walkabout to explore the history of the town from Domesday to the C18th. Expect Robber Barons, Naughty Ladies, Generals at Sea and corrupt politicians!

Walk Leader:

The walk will be led by Chris Sidaway. Chris has spent most of his life working in the arts and creative industries, first as a design consultant and creative director and then as a local authority Arts Officer. He has a life-long interest in local history and archaeology and has led walks on arts and heritage themes, and lectured extensively on archaeology, local and military history and historic buildings.

Terrain:

The walk will be on level pavements and streets.

Meeting Point:

King Square, Bridgwater TA6.

Public transport links to Bridgwater include multiple buses and trains, visit thinktravel here to plan your journey.

Get in touch with the organiser for more information

Telephone

email

info@somersetcoastfestival.co.uk

Website

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