For everyone interested in the archaeology and history of the area. Programme of lectures, events, walks and trips. Publishes Bristol and Avon Archaeology: sample contents listed.
BaRAS is part of Bristol Museums and Art Gallery in the Cultural Services division of Bristol City Council. Bristol archaeology, Nevis project and news.
Illustrated articles on the history of Fishponds and Bristol, old maps, memorials of those who lost their lives in the Blitz and related links. Details of the society and its forthcoming meetings.
Autobiography by local historian describing World War Two, and her experiences in a German prison camp. Includes previews and excerpts plus photos, poems and stories.
Find out about Bristol's role in the transatlantic slave trade. Who was involved, what was bought and sold, who stopped it, and what is the effect of the trade today
Article from February 2018, updated in response to the demonstration in which his statue was dismantled and pushed into the Avon. Includes history of his philanthropy recorded throughhout the city from proceeds of the slave trade.