Galmpton Institute, or The Village Hall, was completed in 1902 on instruction of Squire Thomas Bolitho of Greenway, whose portrait still hangs over the fire place within the hall. It was originally opened as a Temperance Hall, Squire Bolitho being concerned that the preponderance of licensed premises in the area meant there was nowhere for […]
Meet outside Kingswear Station at 9.30am or the Dartmouth passenger ferry terminal at 10am. The tour will break for a refreshment stop. Should you wish to participate I would be grateful if you could notify me by either phone or e-mail so that I have some idea of numbers.johnrisdon@heritage-southdevon.co.uk Tel. 01803 844102 or mobile 07768 […]
Led by John Risdon, the course has been created to highlight the sheer beauty and diversity of the South Devon coast. It is a perfect example of how our geology has moulded our geography, and hence our heritage of human development over the past thousands of years, from settlements to 21st century tourism. All welcome.
Running October-November, commencing Friday 8th October for 7 Fridays. £5 per session. Places still available, contact John Risdon Johnrisdon@heritage-southdevon.co.uk / 01803 844102.