Cheshire Societies: Difference between revisions

{{Block indent|The Chetham Society is the oldest historical society in North-West England. It was founded in 1843 for the publication of Remains Historical and Literary connected with the Palatine Counties of Lancaster and Chester, and was named in honour of Humphrey Chetham.}}

{{Block indent|The Society is a charity which exists for educational purposes to promote the study of any aspect of the history of the Palatine counties of Lancashire and Cheshire.}}

{{Block indent|The Lancashire and Cheshire Antiquarian Society was founded in 1883 to promote the study of the history of Lancashire and Cheshire. Its sphere includes archaeology (both traditional and industrial), economic and social history, architecture and the arts, and folklore. Its range extends from antiquity to the more recent past. Although the Society is based on Manchester, its studies and activities embrace the region. }}

{{Block indent|The Society is dedicated to the recording of the past and present of Marple – including Mellor, Compstall, Marple Bridge, Strines, Rose Hill, Hawk Green, and High Lane.}}

{{Block indent|The North West Catholic History Society promotes the study of the history of the Catholic Church in the region west of the Pennines, the old counties of Cheshire, Cumberland, Lancashire, and Westmorland.}}

{{Block indent|The Ranulf  Higden Society transcribes and translates medieval Latin documents associated with Lancashire, Cheshire, Staffordshire, and Derbyshire.  Some people for their own purposes need to read and understand medieval records written in Latin or Anglo-Norman but do not have the benefit of the kind of support normally provided by postgraduate courses in universities.  The Society was formed to provide a means by which they might receive continuing instruction in various relevant fields and encourage and support.}}

{{Block indent|The Record Society of Lancashire and Cheshire publishes the texts of historic documents relating to the two counties - everything from wills, deeds and inquests to letters and financial accounts. Each volume includes a scholarly introduction to the text.}}

{{Block indent|Providing information on local and social history of Ashton, Sale, and the Greater Manchester area.}}

{{Block indent|The Society covers all areas of Cheshire East.}}

{{Block indent|The Aims of the Society's meetings are devoted to a  programme of talks on topics of local historical interest, or on wider issues which relate to such events in the village; visits to local and distant sites, landscapes, properties, buildings, record offices, archives etc.; meetings at which local research is planned and carried out; and the experiences of growing up in the village and family life in the 20th century and before.}}

{{Block indent|Hold monthly meetings and help desks to help people with their research into their Family History and Heritage.}}

{{Block indent|Our passion is for the history of the Wirral Peninsula, and of the town of Birkenhead in particular. }}

{{Block indent|Local history and preservation society}}

{{Block indent|The Society's prime purpose is to study and research local history in the Neston & Burton areas, book publishing, talks, outings, and community events.}}

{{Block indent|The Association’s purpose is to provide an umbrella service for all local history and heritage societies within the bounds of the ancient County Palatine of Chester, and to bring together individuals and organisations interested in all aspects of local history. It also seeks to improve communication between individual members and societies both within Cheshire and beyond.}}

{{Block indent|We exist to promote understanding and appreciation of archaeology, history and architecture in the historic county of Cheshire plus neighbouring areas and of these subjects generally. }}

{{Block indent|The aim of the group was to delve into the past and hopefully produce small booklets on different areas of our past. We cover the area from Risley to Glazebury, and Winwick, Croft and, of course, Culcheth. }}

{{Block indent|The main work of the Group for the past two or three years has been the building up of an oral history collection. There is also an on-going collection of local material, started in 1999, of various items such as programmes, posters, photographs of local events, newspaper cuttings, etc.}}

{{Block indent|We collect, store, record, and archive all historical material relating to the Parish of Easham including Eastham Ferry & gardens, Eastham Village, Whitby, Childer Thornton, Hooton, Great & Little Sutton, and Poole.}}

{{Block indent|The Family History Society of Cheshire (FHSC) was founded in 1969 to advance the study of family history and genealogy, and we now have members worldwide. As well as helping people with ancestors in Cheshire, we also assist members living locally whose ancestors originated elsewhere.}}

{{Block indent|The Society aims to promote the study of, and interest in, history and archaeology with particular reference to Frodsham and the surrounding district.}}

{{Block indent|The Society was established to hold lectures, discussions, meetings and outings relevant to the study of local history, and to invite speakers as funds will allow; to encourage the preservation of all property, real or personal of historical archaeological or historical interest, value or beauty in the area and the provision wherever possible of access to such properties by the public; to collect material relevant to the study of local history such as books, maps, photographs, printed material and other works; to preserve and transcribe source material in any appropriate medium, and to buy on behalf of the Society any materials approved by the committee for the use of the members; to promote individual and group projects, researching local history; and to inculcate interest in local history and present environment in young people.}}

{{Block indent|We regret that owing to insufficient support the Society has been wound up.  Our assets, including our library, have been passed to the Family History Society of Cheshire.}}

{{Block indent|The Society covers the town of Northwich and the surrounding District where its Aims can be applied effectively.  The Aims of the Society are to promote the conservation of the historical, archaeological, architectural, and environmental heritage, and to increase public awareness of the heritage around them and the benefits that membership of the Society can bring.}}

{{Block indent|The local history group provides talks on topics of historical interest and also visits to places of special appeal. The group continues to develop its archive of records, documents, and photographs kindly donated by local people over many years. This facilitates research and the development of publications.}}

{{Block indent|The aims of the society shall be to promote the study of, and interest in, local history, with particular reference to Tarporley, Bunbury, and District. The Society aims to maintain a collection of artefacts, photographs, books, and documents at the discretion of the committee.}}

{{Block indent|The Group shall promote and advance local community awareness of the local history of the Upton-by-Chester area. This shall be done by providing an opportunity for its members to share their interests in the local history and to participate by discussion, research, and the preparation and presentation of papers, websites, documents, photographs, recollections, etc. The Group has published a major Upton History book and more projects are planned. }}

{{Block indent|Wallasey Historical Society has as objects to stimulate and encourage the study of the History of Wallasey and District by means of discussions, lectures, and research.}}

{{Block indent|The Society’s aim is to encourage an interest in all aspects of local history with particular reference to Warrington and its surrounding areas.}}

{{Block indent|Weaverham History Society promotes the study of and interest in history and archaeology with particular reference to Weaverham and the surrounding area.}}

{{Block indent|Its aims are to further the study of local history in Wilmslow and beyond and pass on knowledge to the local community.}}

{{Block indent|The Winsford History Society was first established in November 1966 to collect, collate, and preserve historical information about Winsford and the surrounding area. }}

{{Block indent|The Wirral History and Heritage Association (WHHA) is for anyone interested in the history and heritage of Wirral. We act as an umbrella organisation for both individuals and the peninsula's numerous local history groups and societies with the aim of fostering and promoting Wirral’s rich and varied history and heritage.}}

{{Block indent|Wirral Local History Group aims to promote importance of local history education & historical research.  The Group is currently focusing on the history of Brimstage Village. }}