A civic society for the traditional Isle of Purbeck, first founded in 1852
Purbeck Society members and friends are invited to a coffee morning in the lounge of the Pines Hotel, Burlington Road, Swanage this Thursday, 16th December, 10.30am – midday. We look forward to seeing members and friends sometime during the morning for a drink and chat. No need to book – just come along. Free parking … Read more
Lots of interesting articles, and well worth a read.
This survey of non-listed heritage assets in Swanage is an important contribution to the heritage, history and the culture of the coastal town of Swanage in the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset. The survey is the first of its kind in the area.It illustrates a range of buildings, their contexts and contributions to the lives … Read more
This is our first event for some time, and with apologies for the late notice, we are very pleased to announce that local diver and amateur historian, Nick Reed, will be with us on Friday, 12th November. He will talk about three wartime wrecks that lie close to Swanage. Two, the Kyarra, and the Arfon, … Read more
Guided tour and picnic at Scotland Farm near Corfe this Thursday, 26th August. Our first event for some time, with apologies for the late notice ! In 2017 Reg White died after a lifetime of 72 years at Scotland Farm near Corfe as a heathland cattle farmer. The farm belongs to the National trust and … Read more
It’s taken a long time, but finally the Albert Memorial will be seen again in all its glory in a great location in Swanage. Local historian David Lewer began efforts to have the memorial restored in 1961……60 years later his dream is nearing reality. Further details of the project and history of the memorial can … Read more
We hope that all our members, friends and families have been keeping safe and well. Like many organisations, we’ve been looking forward to being able to operate as normally as possible, as soon as possible. With that in mind, we’re working towards holding our Annual General Meeting on 15th October, and after that recommencing our talks … Read more
At this link you can see the full CPRE response to the proposed changes in the Planning system: CPRE formal response
With thanks to John Rowley, here’s a link to a very interesting 11 minute video showing the history of ball clay extraction in North Purbeck: North Purbeck Ball Clay extraction
ALL OUR INDOOR MEETINGS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO THE ONGOING COVID-19 SITUATION. In view of the current situation with regard to Covid-19 our next meeting scheduled for 17th April has been postponed. We are currently reviewing our position with regard to our Summer programme where there are planned outside events for … Read more