Distributed by H W Pollard, Mayor of Bridgwater in 1911, this medallion commemorates the coronation of George V. The obverse side features the busts of George V and Queen Mary,...
John Piper took inspiration from Somersetês remarkable medieval architecture. He painted and made prints of many of the countyês churches. This screenprint is of the magnificent tower at Huish Episcopi....
In this carefully posed portrait, Farmer Edward Budge looks proudly at the viewer. He lived at Haselbury Park Farm where he farmed 350 acres mostly as the tenant of Lord...
This wooden cross was used to mark Captain C C Maudês temporary grave. He was killed while leading his men in an attack at Ploegsteert Wood, Belgium, in December 1914....
The Boneshaker bicycle was four times faster than walking, but its iron-tyred wheels made it uncomfortable. This boneshaker was made in 1866 for Mr Frampton May of Bridgwater. Its rubber...
This brass pole head belonged to Radstock Benefit Society and includes representations of a minerês tools and is engraved RP. It dates from about 1850....
This two handled cider mug features a transfer print view of St Mary Magdalene Church, Taunton. The reason for the mug having two handles is to allow for the mug...
These three boats are dredging for oysters near the shore at Porlock Weir. Look closely at the nearest sloop and you can see the drag nets used to gather oysters....
This is a rare oil painting by Alfred Leete. He tended to use watercolour and ink to produce satirical cartoons and humorous images. He is best known for designing the...
In 1921 Weston-super-Mare beat Hyde Seal by eleven goals to ten in the Water Polo Championships. The three swimmers in the front row had all represented Great Britain at...