Bamford & District History Group was formed to study and enjoy the history of Bamford and the surrounding areas. We hold monthly meetings, an annual exhibition and arrange visits to places of interest. The Group holds an archive of local records, photographs, maps and newspaper cuttings.

Meetings & Events

All meetings are held at 7.30 pm in Bamford Institute. Institute Members £2, Non-Members £5.

2025

• 10 January - CANCELLED. 
• 14 February - Archaeology of the Local Area: Dominic Cisalowicz.
• 14 March - The Sheffield Blitz: Janet Ridler.
• 11 April - History of Wentworth Castle: Adrian Hughes.
• 9 May - Derbyshire by the Sea: Liz Keeley.
• 21 May - Yorkshire Bridge 200 Years Old: Memories Evening. 
• June. A visit tbc.
• July. Carnival exhibition. Date tbc.
• August - no meeting. 
• 12 September - Old Packhorse Routes: Christine Harding.
• 10 October - Sheffield Suburbs Part 4: David Templeman.
• 14 November - Derbyshire Youth Hostels: Tim Knebel. 
• 12 December - A Tudor Christmas: Janet Ridler.