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Exploring the heritage of Turvey and its people

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  • 9th-10th Sept 2023: Saxon stonework to singing on Zoom - 1000 years of creativity in Turvey
    9th-10th Sept 2023: Saxon stonework to singing on Zoom - 1000 years of creativity in Turvey
  • A Lockdown Diary from Turvey Abbey
    A Lockdown Diary from Turvey Abbey
  • Capturing Turvey's Heritage
    Capturing Turvey's Heritage
  • Ladybridge Terrace
    Ladybridge Terrace
  • Railway Accidents
    Railway Accidents
  • The Whitworths and Turvey Mill
    The Whitworths and Turvey Mill
  • Turvey Bridge - A Brief History
    Turvey Bridge - A Brief History

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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Saxon stonework to singing on Zoom – 1000 years of creativity in Turvey

Nearly 300 people participated in our celebration of 1000 years of creativity in Turvey, as part of the national Heritage Open Days scheme. For 2023 the theme of the scheme was Creativity Unwrapped, and I think everyone would agree that Turvey has a fantastic tradition of creativity in all its forms! We decided to celebrate this wonderful history with an exhibition, audio visual displays, and live performances in All Saints’ Church.
Our event took place on Saturday 9th September and Sunday 10th September, and like all the Heritage Open Days events was free to visit.
Have a look at our page on the national website, and also our information leaflet: Heritage Open Day 2023 information.
Coming soon – photos and exhibition material from the event, so watch this space!

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  • Heritage Open Days - Quiz Answers

    Answers to the Children’s Quiz for Heritage Open Days, 9th and 10th September 2023. The weather cock was struck by lightning A ...
  • 1000 Years of Creativity - All Saints Church

    For the Heritage Open Days in September 2023, Rev. Josephine Spray, former priest in charge of All Saints Church, wrote ...
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  • Sara Jenkins on Nell’s Well

    16/10/2023
    Thank you Tess, good to have the mystery solved! Sara Jenkins Chair, Turvey History Society
  • Tess Souter nee Sargent on Nell’s Well

    15/10/2023
    Looking at this photo of Nell’s well with Sue and Sylvia Hilson . The unknown girl with them is Iris...
  • Wendy Steele on Ivora Jones Collection

    02/07/2023
    Dave Hilson with the scarecrow.
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