Tavistock's History and Archaeology: An Introduction and New Perspectives
A series of lectures this spring with Andrew Thompson at Tavistock Library, Fridays 2-3pm.
This series of one-hour illustrated talks by archaeologist and historian Andrew Thompson explores Tavistock’s history and heritage from prehistoric settlement to World Heritage Site. They are designed to provide an introduction for people new to the town’s history and to offer fresh insights for those already familiar with it.
- Fri 20 March Origin myths and archaeology: Tavistock and West Devon from prehistory to the Saxons
- Fri 27 March Saints and sinners: Tavistock Abbey and religious practice in the Middle Ages
- Fri 3 April Tin, trade and transhumance: the medieval town and countryside
- Fri 17 April Copper, canal and the Cornish: Tavistock in the Industrial Revolution
- Fri 24 April ‘The age of improvement’: the Duke of Bedford's Estate in the 19th Century
- Fri 1 May Romancing the stones? Conservation from the Picturesque to World Heritage
After an early career teaching in higher and continuing education, Andrew Thompson now works as a heritage consultant specialising in interpretation, community engagement and research. His recent local projects include Tavistock’s World Heritage Site Area, Tavistock Guildhall, Mayflower 2020 in Plymouth and the Looe Valley.
Booking essential. Tickets available from Tavistock Library: £5 per lecture or £25 for the whole course. Further information available from Tavistock Library:
01822 612218; tavistocklibrary@librariesunlimited.org.uk; Facebook @TavistockLibrary