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Dunster Day

Join the Somerset Archaeological and Natural History Society for a day exploring the early history of the building works in Dunster.

Running on 4th June in the Tithe Barn, this event will comprise of talks and guided walks learning more about the findings of the ‘Early Dunster’ project, a funded piece of research looking at the early phases of each building to gain a better understanding of the early town. This fascinating session will be accompanied by an optional finger buffet so an opportunity to meet other like-minded people.

Bookings need to be completed before the 25th May using this booking form here.

Image: SANHS

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