Poltimore: WW1 commemorative exhibition, 7-8 Jun

As part of the Cherishing Churchyards week, Poltimore House is hosting a two-day exhibition - Sat-Sun 7-8 Jun - to commemorate the Poltimore combatants of WW1, held in the Grade 1 listed Church of St. Mary the Virgin. Their lives have been researched by Poltimore Estate Research Society. >

From the flyer:

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You are invited to visit Poltimore on

June 7th and 8th 10.00 – 5.00 during

Cherishing Churchyards week.

Park at Poltimore House (limited parking in the village) and walk through the gardens to visit the ancient grade 1 listed Church of St. Mary the Virgin, where there will be an exhibition to commemorate the Poltimore combatants of WW1. Their lives have been researched by Poltimore Estate Research Society. A flower festival and bell ringing will also feature in the church.

In the village hall there will be a display of memorabilia collected by villagers, and there will also be refreshments. Everyone is welcome.

Please come and support this event. For further information please contact 01392 460305 or caroleshaw.home@yahoo.co.uk

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See www.poltimore.org for general background and location details.

Poltimore House and Gardens are also open on Sat 10th May and Sunday 11th May.