History

Free guided tours every Wednesday and Saturday

Bill Reed will recount colourful stories from Athelstan Museum’s “Voices” project, which is now in its 11th year.

Susan Mockler will provide an entertaining account of the pubs of Malmesbury.

Tony McAleavy will tell the remarkable story of Walter Powell, MP for Malmesbury in the late 19th century

Devereux’s Regiment will be celebrating the 380th anniversary of the end of the first civil war in 1646 and the handing back of the town from the Governor, Colonel Nicholas Devereux, to the mayor and townsfolk at the market cross on Saturday 5th September.

From 1pm come and meet the soldiers and civilians who will be on hand to discuss their roles in this important period of history. At 3pm the regiment will form a guard of honour and formally hand back the keys of the town to the mayor.

In 1672 fourteen Malmesbury residents were accused of witchcraft. Why, and what happened next?

Tickets and more information also available from the Town and Tourist Information Centre at Malmesbury Town Hall (T: 01666822143) or turn up. (Pre-booking is advisable to avoid disappointment). £7.00 Adults and £3.50 children. All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

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Malmesbury’s rich history has plenty of heroes and heroines – and some notable rogues. It’s time to decide who is the greatest rogue of all.

Doors open at 6:30