This is our village, from prehistoric times to the twentieth century. There is still a lot of history to be uncovered, and there’s still history to be made. Authors: Chris Brooks (mostly Prehistoric to Roman) and Darren Cook (mostly Medieval to The Twentieth Century). We welcome contributions.
World Wars, Spitfires and the demolition of the Manor. The Census population figures are: 1911…
read moreA presentation of archaeological finds from the excavations around the village will be held at…
read moreA number of free Swindon Heritage Open Days – including tours and walks – are…
read moreA number of sites in Swindon are open as part of the Heritage Open Days…
read moreThe Bell Family Estate. The 1840 Tithe Map and Apportionments List which can be viewed…
read moreA flint from a flintlock gun, found in a field to the north of the…
read moreDocumentary Record and The National Archive. The Church Records indicate a village population of about…
read moreThe Church Records and the Hungerford, Brynd and Cusse families. South Marston Church Records 1539-1840…
read moreThe Wiltshire Archaeological Society’s “The Rolls of Highworth Hundred 1275-1287” and “Accounts And Surveys of…
read moreThe Roman Empire in Europe came under attack and the Romans left Britain in the…
read moreDurocornovium The Roman town of Durocornovium was located at Covingham, less than a mile from…
read moreCurrently, there is little evidence of Iron Age activity within the parish. This is probably due…
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