Meetings start at 7:30 and are held in the Garway Community Centre
2019
17 September David Whitehead: ‘The Black Death in Herefordshire’. The late 14th century saw nearly half Herefordshire’s population dead from the plague. Intriguing archaeological and historical evidence reveals the impact on the county’s social structure.
15 October Tim Hoverd: ‘The Iron Age in Herefordshire’. Why and when were Herefordshire’s hill forts developed? Why did they fall into disuse leaving only post holes and pottery fragments? Myths and legends considered and challenged.
19 November Peter Ford: ‘Herbert Armstrong: Murder or Miscarriage?’ In 1921, Armstrong became the only solicitor ever to be hanged for murder in the UK. Whether he was guilty or not, the story behind his wife’s death will be closely examined.
17 December Don Balkwill: ‘Forgotten Gadgets’. Guess the use and identity of yesterday’s tools and appliances. Don will bring some examples; bring your own too. Followed by GHG’s Annual Bring and Share Christmas Party.
2020
21 January Tony Usher: ‘From Roman Roads to Railways: Connecting People in Herefordshire. Transport networks shaped the fortunes of Herefordshire. From Roman roads, medieval trackways, river navigations, turnpikes, canals and tramways to Victorian steam engines.
18 February CANCELLED because of floods.
17 March CANCELLED.
21 April CANCELLED