Membury, Church And Schools 1902
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Photo of Membury, Church And Schools 1902

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The hillsides and vales of Membury have been farmed since at least the Iron Age. In the chancel of this parish church is the tomb of Sir Shilston Calmady, killed nearby whilst fighting for Parliament in the Civil War. Not far away is another of East Devon's prehistoric

A Selection of Memories from Membury

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Membury

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In the early 1940's a new family child was born at the Membury Post Office. We were in Membury for only a short time. before returning to England's north west where I was born in 1939.. My dad was in the Royal Navy. I have a memory of pedalling down the very narrow road in my pedal car near to the church when along came a tractor or a truck I can't remember which but I do remember being terrified. But all was well. ...see more