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Wells City Archives - Baker, Caretaker and Provocateur!
Heritage Open Day: A pop up display showing stories from the everyday lives of three residents of Wells from the 17th to the 19th century. A new pop up display tells the stories of three residents from Wells. William Catcott, known as the baker-bard of Wells, was a baker to the people of Tor Street and the surrounding area. In his spare time, he chronicled the everyday experience of life in 19th century Wells through poetry, a selection of which are featured in this display. Samuel Damerel was the caretaker of Wells Recreation Ground from its foundation in 1888. After the Recreation Ground was first established by Bishop Hervey, Samuel Damerel lived and worked in the grounds to provide an enjoyable and orderly environment.
Fri 11 Sep to Thursday 17 September
Wells Town Hall, Market Place, Wells, Somerset BA5 2RB
Fri 11 Sep:10.30-15.30; Sat 12 Sep:10.30-15.30; Mon 14 Sep:10.30-15.30; Tues 15 Sep:10.30-15.30; Wed 16 Sep:10.30-15.30; Thu 17 Sep:10.30-15.30; Free Entry.
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