The first town walk entitled Petersfield Perambulation, took place in the 1990s and continued being organised by the Society until 2012. Since then the walks have been organised by Petersfield Museum as part of their Outreach Programme, with the town guides being members of Petersfield Historical Society.
Since 2012, additional walks have been provided over an extended period. Walks cost £5 per person and usually last approximately 90 minutes. Special rates apply for larger groups such as U3A, historical societies etc. A new programme is issued annually in March and copies are available from the Museum. Tickets are available from the Museum and the Flora Twort Gallery.
30 April 2014 |
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13 September 2014 |
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Arts and Crafts in SteepThis walk will show the Arts and Crafts houses in Steep and explain why there is such a proliferation of this architectural style in this area. The walk will end with a private tour of the renowned, Grade 2 listed, Bedales Library.
The walk starts at Steep Church at 2pm.
Steep Church
2:00 PM
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21 September 2014 |
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Petersfield PerambulationThis popular walk tells the fascinating history of Petersfield and its people from Norman to modern times by walking the streets and viewing the buildings.
The walk starts by the statue in the Market Square at 2.30pm.
Petersfield Market Square
2:30 PM
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28 September 2014 |
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Archaeology of the HeathPetersfield Heath is home to a remarkable prehistoric barrow cemetery. This walk will be led by an archaeologist who will discuss the significance of the Bronze Age Barrows and scatterings of prehistoric flints that indicate that human activity on the Heath probably dated from much earlier.
The walk starts from The Plump Duck café by the lake at 2.30pm.
Petersfield Heath
2:30 PM
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05 October 2014 |
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Historic St Peter’sThe town of Petersfield was built by the Normans around St Peter’s Church and this 840-year old building is steeped in history. This walk explains in detail how events, both nationally and locally, have created the way we view it today.
The walk starts at the church porch at 2pm.
St Peter’s Church
2:00 PM
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12 October 2014 |
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First World War in PetersfieldThe start of the First World War in August 1914, set in motion a process which changed towns and villages throughout Britain, and Petersfield was no exception. This walk explains the significant part that Petersfield played in the War effort and where these events took place.
The walk starts from the Square at 11am and forms part of the First World War commemoration activities.
Petersfield Market Square
11:00 AM
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19 October 2014 |
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Petersfield PerambulationThis popular walk tells the fascinating history of Petersfield and its people from Norman to modern times by walking the streets and viewing the buildings.
The walk starts by the statue in the Market Square at 2.30pm.
Petersfield Market Square
2:30 PM
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02 November 2014 |
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First World War in PetersfieldThe start of the First World War in August 1914, set in motion a process which changed towns and villages throughout Britain, and Petersfield was no exception. This walk explains the significant part that Petersfield played in the War effort and where these events took place.
The walk starts from the Square at 11am and forms part of the First World War commemoration activities.
Petersfield Market Square
11:00 AM
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12 April 2015 |
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Murders and MenageriesA twelve-stop tour of the town for parents and children. The history of Petersfield through its association with animals (and a couple of Edwardian murders), plus a pictorial quiz for children of all ages. With prizes!
Meet outside Petersfield Library
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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26 April 2015 |
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Historic Town WalkThis popular walk has run for more than 20 years and tells the fascinating history of Petersfield and its people from Norman to modern times by walking the streets and viewing the buildings which you may have passed many times without realising their hidden secrets.
Meet outside Petersfield Library
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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06 May 2015 |
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Pubs, Inns and BreweriesOver the centuries there have been more than 40 pubs and inns in the town as well as malthouses and breweries to support them. During this walk you’ll learn why there were so many, where they were located and what happened to them.
Meet outside The Good Intent, College Street
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
6:30 PM
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10 May 2015 |
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Arts and Crafts in SteepThe walk will show the Arts and Crafts houses in Steep and explain why there is such a proliferation of this architectural style in this area. The walk will end with a private tour of the renowned, Grade 2 listed Bedales Library.
Meet by the porch at All Saints Church, Steep
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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17 May 2015 |
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Historic Town WalkThis popular walk has run for more than 20 years and tells the fascinating history of Petersfield and its people from Norman to modern times by walking the streets and viewing the buildings which you may have passed many times without realising their hidden secrets.
Meet outside Petersfield Library
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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31 May 2015 |
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Historic St Peter’sThe town of Petersfield was built by the Normans around St Peter’s Church and this 840 year old building is steeped in history. This walk explains in detail how events, both nationally and locally, have created the way we view it today.
Meet by the porch at St Peter’s, Petersfield Square
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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07 June 2015 |
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Historic BuritonStarting at the church, you will learn of Buriton’s huge historical significance to Petersfield and the part they played together from Norman times through the ages to the demise of the hop growing industry in the mid-20th century.
Meet outside St Mary’s Church, Buriton
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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14 June 2015 |
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The First World War in PetersfieldThe start of the First World War in August 1914 set in motion a process which changed towns and villages throughout Britain, and Petersfield was no exception. This walk explains the significant part that Petersfield played in the War effort and where these events took place.
Meet outside Petersfield Library
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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21 June 2015 |
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Historic Town WalkThis popular walk has run for more than 20 years and tells the fascinating history of Petersfield and its people from Norman to modern times by walking the streets and viewing the buildings which you may have passed many times without realising their hidden secrets.
Meet outside Petersfield Library
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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01 July 2015 |
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Pubs, Inns and BreweriesOver the centuries there have been more than 40 pubs and inns in the town as well as malthouses and breweries to support them. During this walk you’ll learn why there were so many, where they were located and what happened to them.
Meet outside The Good Intent, College Street
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
6:30 PM
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05 July 2015 |
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Murders and MenageriesA twelve-stop tour of the town for parents and children. The history of Petersfield through its association with animals (and a couple of Edwardian murders), plus a pictorial quiz for children of all ages. With prizes!
Meet outside Petersfield Library
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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19 July 2015 |
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Historic Town WalkThis popular walk has run for more than 20 years and tells the fascinating history of Petersfield and its people from Norman to modern times by walking the streets and viewing the buildings which you may have passed many times without realising their hidden secrets.
Meet outside Petersfield Library
Tickets £5 per person from Petersfield Museum and Flora Twort Gallery
2:30 PM
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