Blakeney Area Historical Society (BAHS)

Here's an interesting, indeed slightly alarming glimpse of Blakeney, Norfolk: this WW2 German invasion reconnaissance book provides two images of our village, both easily recognisable today.

Just a reminder that the new issue of the Blakeney Area Historical Society journal, The Glaven Historian, is now available — free to all members, or available in local bookshops.

Just a reminder that at 7.30 pm today (Tuesday 28 April) at Cley Village Hall, Andy Hutcheson will be discussing the 2023 excavations at Norfolk's enigmatic Warham Camp, an Iron Age hill fort. If you're in the area, why not come along?

If you're in North Norfolk, why not come along to our next talk, at Cley Village Hall? It's taking place on Tuesday 28 April at 7.30 pm. Andy Hutcheson will be talking about recent excavations at Warham Camp, an Iron Age hill fort.

Here are some excellent upcoming events taking place in Morston — if you are in North Norfolk and interested in local history, why not come along?

Here's a glimpse of old Blakeney — Page & Turner were located at the bottom of Blakeney High Street. This image is one of many available at our History Centre. It comes from the Catling Collection.

This excellent event will take place in Cley Village Hall tomorrow (Tuesday) evening. If you're in the area, do come along!

On Tuesday 31 March, 7.30 pm at Cley Village Hall, Paul Dickson will explain how architect George Skipper created the iconic Cromer that we know today. Do check out the BAHS website for further details.

Did you know that back issues of our local history journal, The Glaven Historian, are freely accessible on our website? These provide a wealth of information regarding Blakeney, Cley, Morston and the surrounding North Norfolk area. Do have a look! bahs.uk/publications/t…

The new BAHS Newsletter is out! It includes fascinating news of a visit to St Nicholas, Blakeney by representatives of @crsbi to examine a gargoyle there. To find out more about how to access the Newsletter, please visit our website.

While creating her new novel "The Black Shuck", set in North Norfolk, Debbie Sanders turned to the BAHS for help with historical fact-checking, and generously includes us in her acknowledgments. You can find her book on Amazon, or ask at your favourite independent bookshop.

This story, about a new purchase by the Norfolk Wildlife Trust, includes memories from assistant warden Bernard Bishop of Cley-next-the-Sea about the history of the NWT, now celebrating its first century: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Here's a throwback to summer, when the hollyhocks in Blakeney's beautiful High Street were in full bloom. The BAHS is currently researching the 20th century history of the High Street — homes, shops, pubs and more — a time of massive change. Why not join us and get involved?

You can learn more about Dr Alison Dow here: drdow.co.uk

At 2:30 pm on Tuesday 24 February at Cley Village Hall, Alison Dow will speak about the amazing Norfolk women — Elizabeth Fry, Amelia Opie, Harriet Martineau & others — who paved the way for the 1833 Abolition of Slavery Act. £3 for BAHS members, £6 for non-members. Do join us!

Looking forward to Ian Hinton's talk exploring how in 15/16th century Walsingham managed to host thousands of pilgrims. When: tomorrow, 7.30 pm at Cley Village Hall. Members £3, Non members £6.Check list out on our events page - bahs.uk #Norfolk #LocalHistory

A talk at Cromer Museum by author Caroline McGhie; Friday, 3 October 2025 • 14:00 - 15:00 - you can book here... museums.norfolk.gov.uk/article/72500/…

Looking forward to the first talk of BAHS autumnal series. Walsingham high street stands out in size and age and for which the original purpose of some buildings is less known. This talk on 30th September will present research on where ancient pilgrims stayed

Did you know Henry Blogg of Cromer died 71 years ago this month. He is the most decorated in Royal National Lifeboat Institution, and known as the greatest of the lifeboatmen from leading multiple rescues and saving the lives of 873 people. #NorthNorfolk

We've just launched our new Local Heritage Hub 🚀 With nearly 400 locations, every county, city, district, and major town in England now has a dedicated digital page that uncovers its rich and layered history. ➡️ historicengland.org.uk/local 📸 Bute Street, Luton, 1928.