60 Years of the Winsford History Society
2nd November 2026 - 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Winsford Library,
A talk by Tony Bostock
In celebration of the Society’s “Diamond Anniversary” 1966–2026, discover how it began, and why preserving Winsford’s past is as important now as it was then.
Members: free
Non-members: £3
Read moreThe Guernsey Evacuees who came to Winsford in World War II
7th December 2026 - 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Winsford Library,
A talk by John Malam
The children evacuated from Guernsey who made Winsford their wartime home, and their links to the Roman Catholic church of St Joseph’s.
Members: free
Non-members: £3
Read moreOur Local Place Names
1st February 2027 - 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Winsford Library,
A talk by David Nellist
Have you ever wondered why villages around Winsford have such unusual names as Moulton, Lach Dennis, Stublach and Goostrey? Discover the stories behind these ancient names, and what they reveal about Cheshire’s history, language and landscape.
Members: free
Non-members: £3
Read moreThe Daredevil Diver
1st March 2027 - 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Winsford Library,
A talk by David Shaw
Tommy Burns, celebrated “Champion Bridge Jumper and High Diver of the World”, came to Winsford in 1890 and jumped from the Town Hall roof into the River Weaver. Large crowds watched his daredevil exploits, until a jump from Rhyl pier went badly wrong.
Members: free
Non-members: £3
Read moreThe Mayors of Winsford
5th April 2027 - 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Winsford Library,
A talk by Graham Newton
Winsford has had more than 100 mayors since the 1870s. Find out what the mayor’s role is, and the stories behind Winsford’s civic regalia – robes, chains and maces – from a former town mayor.
Members: free
Non-members: £3
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