Sandy Historical Research Group was formed in 2002, in order to capture the history of this Bedfordshire town during the last 150 years or so (and further back if possible).
A number of projects have been undertaken - some completed, others in progress
This website was set up to promote the group's activities and also invite contributions from interested parties.
The group also produces a Newsletter twice a year (Spring & Autumn and FREE to members) - "SHRUB". This is full of articles written by members and supporters, about the history of Sandy and its residents over the last 150 years or so. Back copies are available @ 50p, the Spring & Autumn editions are 60p. All can be posted for an additional 50p per copy. For back copies, please email us.
Sandy Historical Research Group published the first volume of 'Pictorial Memories of Sandy'. The book contains 40 views and images depicting the life of Sandy, dating back in some cases to the turn of the 20th century and up to the 1950's/ early 1960's. There are still some copies available.
The second volume of 'Pictorial Memories of Sandy' was published on November 2nd 2009 and is now available online, from any Committee Member, or from Sandy Tourist Information Centre. Click here for more details about Volume 2. We also have a Special Offer (while stocks last), for Volumes 1 & 2 together - see the Books & Memorabila page for more details.
Projects:
If you have any information about life in general in Sandy, or something specific about any of the above projects, then please get in touch. Visit our Forum (which is now back up and running) and air your knowledge. Or email us.
The group has recently presented several exhibitions of some of its collection of old photo's and artefacts. We intend to continue with these over the coming months and years.
Go to the Diary Section for news of the next scheduled event.
If you want to learn more about modern day Sandy and a brief snapshot of the town's history over time, please visit:
Sandy Community Website.
If you want to know more about Sandy Historical Research Group, please email the Chairman or use our Contact form.
For issues regarding this website, please email the Webmaster
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