Bruton's Industrial Revolutions

An illustrated talk and book launch by Dr Andrew Pickering on Bruton's textile industries and transport systems from c.1650 to c.1850.

Dr Andrew Pickering, Chairman of the Bruton Museum Society and a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, gives an illustrated talk and book launch drawing on primary sources and previously unseen maps and plans. The talk covers the history of Bruton's textile industries and transport systems between about 1650 and 1850, and how the town emerged in the form known today. Doors are at 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start.