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The New Shoemakers Museum at Clarks Village, Street
The director of the Alfred Gillett Trust described a brief history of the Clark’s legacy, the extensive archives and the new museum.


The Early Economic Development of Wells from 500 to the 1400s
Offering insight into the historical development of the economy of Wells, Mark traced its beginnings back to the 6th century.


Is Self Build The Way Forward To Save The Architectural Merit Of Wells?
Chris Charles, an advocate for self-build housing talked about the pros and cons of a different approach to housing development.


How Best To Use The Bishop's Barn
The Bishops Barn was in Debate at the Wells Civic Society Monthly meeting in January.


James Clark Nov 2023
Professor Clark of Exeter University talked about the City’s connections to the trade in enslaved people and the plantation economy.


Vicars Close tour Oct 2023
Following a talk by project manager Crystal Johnson, members saw first-hand some of the improvements.
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