Ilchester Heritage Fun Day 2024
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Ilchester Heritage Fun Day 2024
Exploring the Late Ilchester Roman Cemetery and Excavations
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Exploring the Late Ilchester Roman Cemetery and Excavations Historical Discovery: A Glimpse into the Past In the early 18th century, William Stuckeley documented the discovery of stone coffins in an area now recognized as the Ilchester Roman Cemetery. This site, following an archaeological survey in 1982, was designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument, protecting it from Read More
An Historic Timeline of Ilchester
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An Historic Timeline of Ilchester Major events affecting Ilchester through the ages. – by Sally Mottram Ilchester, a town rich in history, has seen significant events and transformations from the Iron Age to modern times. Originally a meeting place for Durotrigan tribes, it became a fortified Roman settlement named Lendinis. Throughout the centuries, Ilchester evolved Read More
D Day lunch at Ilchester Town Hall
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On Tuesday 11th June the Diners Club held a special D Day lunch at Ilchester Town Hall, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D Day. Memorabilia was displayed in the Main Hall, and over 40 Diners enjoyed a 1940’s style lunch, along with the music of the day! The lunch went down a storm and Read More
Updated timetables released: Activities and classes at Town Hall and The Pavilion
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Ilchester Town Trust updated timetables released: Activities and classes at Town Hall and The Pavilion, and Ilchester Museum opening times. Activities and classes at Ilchester Town Hall Monday Library is open 10am – 12noonweekly, exc. Bank Hols Monday Pilates with Sarah 6pm – 7pmweekly Monday Boxercise with Sarah 7.15pm – 8pmweekly Tuesday Yoga with Amy Read More
The Brownies visit to Ilchester Museum
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The Brownies visit to Ilchester Museum
Ilchester Community Fete 27th July, 2024
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Now on this website: ILCHESTER AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
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ILCHESTER AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (IDCA) Charity number: 285483 A local charity, IDCA currently funds & organises the village street fair, craft & produce show and Christmas fair. We produce the village newsletter on a bi-monthly basis to over 1200 homes. We donate money to help other organisations within the village such as Guides, Scouts, Read More
IlCHESTER CHARITY CAR BOOT SALE 2024
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Ilchester Charity Car Boot Sales – please see our new entry times for sellers and buyers. We are dog friendly! Read More
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We are updating our website!
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We are currently working to update our website so you may find it appears disjointed at times. Thank you for your patience as work continues. Now’s a good time to reach out to us if you would like to request any particular features you would like to see on the website. Or, perhaps you would Read More
Cycling Ilchester
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Ilchester has long been a popular transit point for keen cyclists. Routes that take in Ilchester offer plenty of variety for the keen club cyclist. From gently undulating landscapes to challenging, demanding and even gruelling Somerset hill-climbs; you will find a route to suit your mood. Cycling for beginners. For inexperienced riders and families with Read More
Are you coming to Ilchester?
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Ilchester Community … what you need to know .. IDCA – Ilchester and District Community Association Main Contact: Paul Simpson email idca234@gmail.com Ilchester Parish Council Main Contact: The Clerk – Philip Horsington Telephone 01935 840374 email clerk@ilchesterparishcouncil.gov.uk IRINEC – Ilchester Relief in Need and Educational Charity Main Contact: Mrs Kaye Elston Telephone 01935 421208