The Friends of Blake Museum help bring Bridgwater’s history to life by staging monthly talks at the museum. These popular events are a great way to spend an evening and learn a bit about local history.
Our talks cover a wide range of subjects connected to Bridgwater, Somerset, from maritime history and local industry to archaeology, architecture, and the stories of the people who shaped this town.
Talks are free to attend for Friends of Blake Museum members and £3 on the door for non-members. All welcome. We hope to see you at one of our talks soon!
For more information about our future talks – and all our upcoming events – take a look at our calendar.
Our Next Talk
‘The Somerset Brickworks (and the Brick and Tile Industry)’ by Stephen Bartlett
Blake Museum’s talks season returns! Geologist and hydrologist Stephen Bartlett delves into the history of the Somerset brickworks, a crucial industry that helped build Bridgwater’s prosperity for over 200 years. All welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!
Blake Museum
Tuesday 14th July
7.30pm (doors open 7pm)
Free for Friends of Blake Museum members, £3 on the door for non-members
What’s Been Going On in 2026
2026 has gotten off to a fantastic start, with outstanding attendances for all our amazing speakers.
‘The Tide is High’ by Captain Jessica Tyson
We were thrilled to welcome Captain Jessica Tyson, a marine pilot and the Port of Bridgwater’s Harbour Master in June.
‘The Battle of Sedgemoor (or the Pitchfork Rebellion)’ by Peter Evans
‘The 1820 Settlers to South Africa’ by Dawn Denton
