Members of the Society are currently researching, or have researched, the following topics. For more information, click on the links below:
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Monumental Inscriptions
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East Ilsley Wills
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Churches
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Inns and Alehouses
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Village Origins
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Education in Ilsley
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Sheep-fairs and Markets
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Archaeology and land usage in the Parish
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People commemorated on the War Memorials
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Poor Law records
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Wells, Floods & Droughts
Additionally, the Society aims to research the following topics:
- Houses and Occupants
- Memories of living residents
- Horse Racing
- Ilsley at war
Horse racing is an important aspect of the village’s history that has not yet been adequately researched. The society has a number of records relating to racing and training in the village but we need someone with a knowledge of horses and racing to pull this information together. Can you help? If so, please contact us using this link.