PHILLIPPS, Thomas Sir (1792-1872) - his half acre of land in Wickhamford
In 1836, the Tithe Commutation Act was introduced to bring an end to the system of tithes in England, where tenants had to pay the landowner with one tenth of the produce on their land. As part of this procedure, in each village, a tithe map was produced, together with a list of landowners, tenants, acreage, names of the parcel of lands and the tithes paid. These amounts were paid at this time, rather than produce. In 1842, a tithe map and list were produced for Wickhamford, which showed that nearly all of the acreage was owned by Lord Sandys of Ombersley.
Richard Phillips Memorial Lecture - Life as an MP
We are delighted that our MP, Nigel Huddleston (who is also a Badsey Society member), has agreed to deliver the 2026 Richard Phillips Memorial lecture. As many of you will know, until his untimely death, Richard was a neighbour of Nigel’s at the Manor House. Nigel will entertain us with a light-hearted talk about life as an MP. The talk will take place at Badsey Community Sports & Social Club.
Visit to the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey
As a follow-up to Nigel’s talk, we have organised a day trip to London with a free 75-minute guided tour of the Houses of Parliament. If there is sufficient interest, Shirley Tutton will organise a group tour of Westminster Abbey in the afternoon.
THIS TRIP IS NOW FULL.
A House through Time – The history of Harrington House
Maureen Spinks, who has lived literally in the back garden of Harrington House for the last 32 years, will give a talk at Badsey Community Sports & Social Club entitled “A House through Time – The history of Harrington House”.
With apologies to David Olusoga for borrowing the title of his popular BBC2 series, Maureen will look at history within the walls of one house. She will delve deep into the lost lives of the inhabitants – under the same roof, decades apart.
Members free; non-members £2.50.
Recent Notable Finds in Worcestershire
Susheela Burford, Finds Liaison Officer for Worcestershire and Warwickshire, Portable Antiquities Scheme, will give a talk at Badsey Community Sports & Social Club entitled “Recent Notable Finds in Worcestershire”.
Members free; non-members £2.50.
Victorian Rural Women in South Worcestershire
Carol Wood, Community Project Officer at Explore the Past, Worcester, will give a talk at Badsey Community Sports & Social Club entitled “Victorian Rural Women in South Worcestershire”. Formerly a teacher, Carol is passionate about helping all customers at The Hive in Worcester, and children in particular, to learn from primary sources.
Members free; non-members £2.50.
Visit to to the Corinium Museum, Cirencester
Come and join us on a day trip to the Corinium Museum, Cirencester, to view the Willersey Roman swords. These were discovered by a novice metal detectorist in March 2023 and were donated to the Corinium Museum where they have been on display since August last year. X-rays performed at Historic England‘s science laboratory revealed that the swords were constructed differently. One features intricate pattern welding, indicative of a higher status, and the other is plain.
Garden Party with the Chameleon Quintet
Following on from a successful musical soirée in 2024 in the Tuttons’ back garden, the Chameleon Quintet has kindly agreed to come and play for us again. Please bring a picnic and drinks, if you wish, and folding chairs if possible – though some will be available on the night. The group will play a selection of light and popular classics for around 30-40 minutes. There will then be a break when you can enjoy your picnic and chat, followed by more informal background music.
Badsey Flower Show
Come and visit our stand at the Flower Show and see what we have been doing this year.