Bilsdale Local History Group
The Bilsdale Local History Group (previously the Bilsdale Study Group) was formed in 1982 by a group of local people with a keen interest in Bilsdale's history. Its membership is drawn from all walks of life, with the strong influence being that of the farming community and those making their living in and around the dale. The Group organises a varied and interesting programme of events that take place throughout the year, ranging from illustrated talks to short field walks. Although local history is the primary interest, archaeology, geology, ecology, natural history, and other topics related to the Dale and surrounding Moors are not neglected. You can learn more about the local history of Bilsdale . If you are involved in any research about Bilsdale or Bilsdale families please let us know.
Next Meeting - meetings are usually held at the Buck Inn, Chop Gate. Please see the events section for details of the next meeting. All welcome.
Articles
Books and Sales
The Bilsdale Study Group supports the production of books and pamphlets which deal with all aspects of the local life, history and geography of the dale. These are all available from the Publication Officer.
| Title | Price |
| Bygone Bilsdale | £4.95 |
| The Inkerman Free Gift The History of a Bilsdale Friendly Society | £4.50 |
| Bilsdale Wills and Probate Inventories 1711-1730 | £5.95 |
| The First 100 Years 1895-1995 Bilsdale Agricultural Society | £4.50 |
| Bilsdale Show Centenary Video 1995 | £9.95 |
| Bilsdale Field Names | £2.00 |
| Threshing Day Teas | £1.00 |
| Bilsdale Pastimes | £0.50 |
| T'ills was Fallin' Down, by Brian Marsay | £6.95 |
| Yeoman's Acres by D. W. Tyerman | £6.95 |
| Discovering Bilsdale's History 1982-2007* | £9.00 * |
Post and packaging £1.00 per book, £1.50 for *, pamphlets 50p, video £1.50
