The Bourne Valley Historical Society was formed in 1948 by a small group of enthusiastic residents in the villages of the Winterbournes, their original aims were to collect, preserve and study documents relating to the history of the Winterbournes. Since the early days, we have expanded our territory to include the villages of the Bourne Valley between Hurdcott and Cholderton, although it must be said that the main emphasis continues to be on the core region of the Winterbournes. We hold monthly meetings (the third Thursday of the month) in the Winterbourne Glebe Hall, to which we invite speakers on local topics of interest. Our archivist arranges a display of a selection of the Society’s documents and pictures at every meeting. The original aim of the Society continues; we receive additions to the archives regularly, and answer queries from members of the public on issues relating to local or family history. The collection is housed in an extension to the Glebe Hall giving easier access. The Society has an extensive and growing archive collection of books, journals, family papers, maps, photos, slides, and other documents. We have a full run of the Wiltshire Archaeological & Natural History magazine going back to 1853, an original copy of Andrew’ and Drury’s 1773 map of Wiltshire and a complete set of the Wiltshire Record Society’s annual publications. We have also published several booklets on local subjects. We are a very friendly group and new members are assured of a warm welcome. www.bournevalleyhistory.co.uk