In the Local history section:
Local history resources
Domesday 1986 Project
The BBC Domesday Project created a snapshot of Britain in 1986. Originally published on laserdisc, which rapidly fell into obsolescence, the project is now available on-line.
Includes maps, photos and essays on local life.
When you visit the site, click on the round logo at the bottom to start (it's not obvious!)
GENUKI - Yate
Lots of links to historical resources for family history research.
www.genuki.org.uk/big/eng/GLS/Yat...Vision of Britain: Yate
Historical information and statistics about the town and area from the Vision of Britain project.
vision.edina.ac.uk/place/place_pa...Yate and District Heritage Centre
The Centre aims to reflect the rich diversity of the Yate area’s cultural, historical, social and industrial past. This is achieved through a range of thought provoking and varied exhibitions, and a range of evening and day events including a regular series of quizzes, historical lectures and other one-off events.
Free admission - everyone welcome. Open Tuesday - Thursday and Saturdays, 10.30am-4.30pm
www.yateheritage.co.ukFree admission - everyone welcome. Open Tuesday - Thursday and Saturdays, 10.30am-4.30pm
Click here for more information on the Heritage Centre.
Church Road, Yate, BS37 5BG
Tel: 01454 862200
Email:
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