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Sutton Coldfield Local History Research Group

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Sutton Coldfield Local History Research Group

Sutton Coldfield has an interesting history well documented by an extensive collection of primary sources housed in Sutton Coldfield Library. Members of the Research Group have access to this material, and enjoy studying it to find out about aspects of the history of the Royal Town. Completed research is published in our journal, Proceedings of the Sutton Coldfield Local History Research Group.

Members who wish to do research meet any Tuesday (1.30 – 4.00 p.m.) at Sutton Library, coming as often as they wish to pursue their research topic, with help from experienced members of the Group and library staff. All members receive regular newsletters with details of our occasional field meetings and public lectures, and a free copy of our Proceedings whenever it is published.

For further details, see Join Us.

Town Centre Development - 2020

Town Centre Development - 2020

Town Centre Development - 2020

Members may, or may not know that Sutton Coldfield Town Council now issue a quarterly newsletter.  The latest one, for Autumn 2020, includes interesting information on a possible future for the library, as part of a wide reaching scheme to transform the town centre.

  • Author: Keith Jordan (SCLHRG)
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  • Date: 30th October 2020
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The History of St Michael's Church, Boldmere by Peter Knight

The History of St Michael's Church, Boldmere by Peter Knight

The History of St Michael's Church, Boldmere

'The Little Church on the Hill' by Peter Knight

Details the growth of St Michael's Church since its inception in 1853, its establishment followed by consecration in 1857, its development with later additions to its size over the years leading up to the 1900's, as well as its almost total destruction by fire in 1964, its rebuilding and re-birth since, and as a focal point of life in Boldmere.

  • Author: Peter Knight (SCLHRG)
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  • Date: 24th December 2020
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Recent Research

Longmoor Valley Field Meeting, 1999

Longmoor Valley Field Meeting

Longmoor Valley Field Meeting

Who will notice any changes in the park since the  Members of the Sutton Coldfield Local History Group joined Mike Hinson on this walk?  Take this guide and see what you can spot.
  • Author: Mike Hinson (SCLHRG)
  • Published: 21st January 2021
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Swinfen Hall 1992 - Ian Phillips

Swinfen Hall 1992 - Ian Phillips

Swinfen Hall 1992 - Ian Phillips

An Archaeological Appreciation and Historical Notes to accompany a visit by Sutton Coldfield Local History Research Group Summer 1992.
  • Author: Ian Phillips (SCLHRG)
  • Published: 18th January 2021
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The Forgotten Medieval Road

The Forgotten Medieval Road

The Forgotten Medieval Road

Did you know that there is a second ancient road passing through the park? Unlike the Roman Road which goes north south, this one goes east west from Wyndley Pool to Streetly. It is around 900 years old and was the main thoroughfare through the park in medieval times.  Keith Hopkinson's article will tell you more ...
  • Author: Keith Hopkinson (SCLHRG)
  • Published: 17th January 2021
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Sarah Holbeche Diary

Sarah Holbeche Diary

Sarah Holbeche Diary

This, the Diary of Sarah Holbeche, is unlike any that you may have seen before.  It is not only a recollection of daily events during most of her lifetime but also includes many family photos, drawings, letters, calling cards and newspaper cuttings.  Beginning in 1802, it gives a birdseye view of life in Sutton Coldfield throughout much of the 19th century and will therefore prove to be a useful tool when researching the town's history.
  • Author: Janet Jordan (SCLHRG)
  • Published: 3rd January 2021
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History Spot

Water Features [465]

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Water Features

Commenting on the number of pools, ponds, moats and other water features in Sutton Coldfield, the archaeologist Mike Hodder wrote in a...
  • Published: 2nd June 2017
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Photo Galleries

Visit to the Conservation Department of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Visit to the Conservation Department of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery -  Learning about the bugs Visit to the Conservation Department of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery - Staffordshire Hoard. Replica Sea Horse Visit to the Conservation Department of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery - Staffordshire Hoard. Computer shows fine work

Holy Trinity Parish Church Heritage Open Day 2019

Holy Trinity Parish Church Heritage Open Day 2019 - Lord Mayor, Bishop Vesey, Maid Marian and  King Henry VIII Holy Trinity Parish Church Heritage Open Day 2019 Holy Trinity Parish Church Heritage Open Day 2019 - Box Pew Rumpus Exhibition

Visit to Highbury Theatre, Sheffield Road on 23rd October 2019

Visit to Highbury Theatre, Sheffield Road on 23rd October 2019 - Chair rescued from bombed out Prince of Wales Visit to Highbury Theatre, Sheffield Road on 23rd October 2019 - Racks of costumes Visit to Highbury Theatre, Sheffield Road on 23rd October 2019 - Original stage wall from 1942
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