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The history of Turvey and its people

Welcome to this website, which explores the history of the village of Turvey in Bedfordshire. From pre-history to the present day, Turvey’s prominent position on the Great Ouse, its rich landscape and its resourceful inhabitants have all contributed to a diverse and fascinating history. Here you can browse through photos, memories, stories and historical information, and explore the heritage of our village. We hope you will enjoy your visit.

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  • Turvey WI Scrap Book for 1965

    To celebrate their 30th Anniversary in 1965, the Turvey Women's Institute created a scrapbook about life in the village at that time.

  • Frederick Smith Hilson

    In the aftermath of WW1, the Turvey War Memorial formed a focal point for the loss and pride experienced by village families. This article provides an insight into the life of Frederick Smith Hilson who is commemorated on the village memorial.

  • Were the Mordaunts involved in the Gunpowder Plot?

    There has long been a rumour that some, or at least one, of the conspirators of the Gunpowder Plot sheltered in Turvey Church as they fled from London, by various routes, to meet up in Warwickshire.
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  • Sara Jenkins on Ladybridge Terrace

    09/10/2020
    Thank you for sharing this Wendy. You may be interested in the new article on the Hilson family, and Frederick...

  • Wendy Steele on Ladybridge Terrace

    08/10/2020
    My great grandparents and my grandparents Lily and George Hilson lived at number 6 . This is where they ran...

  • Sara Jenkins on A Brief Numerical Analysis of Turvey’s Residential Property

    25/07/2020
    It is indeed in a dilapidated state, and it is Grade 2 listed so of importance historically. I’m afraid I...
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