North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
593
Beatrice Page became the first female tram driver in the country
Beatrice worked on the Weston-super-Mare Tramways, and started work when many of the male tram drivers went to war.
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.somersetremembers.com/content/storys/the-home-front/beatrice-page-1882-1976-on-the-trams.ashx
1
1
1916
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
beatrice-page-became-the-first-female-tram-driver-in-the-country
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
594
B C Hucks made history by being the 1st aviator to fly a plane across the Bristol Channel
Hucks flew from Weston over to Cardiff and back on a Blackburn monoplane
Weston Airfield
Weston-super-Mare
2
1
1900
24111415
334879
160120
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=334879&y=160120
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
b-c-hucks-made-history-by-being-the-1st-aviator-to-fly-a-plane-across-the-bristol-channel
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
595
WW2 Bombings in Weston-super-Mare
Weston was targeted by a number of air raids, with January 4, 1941 a day of particular infamy, with 34 people killed by 3,000 incendiary bombs dropped on the town.
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.thewestonmercury.co.uk/news/weston_super_mare_at_war_1_777642
3
1
1941
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
ww2-bombings-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
596
WW2 Bombings in Weston-super-Mare and Clevedon Blitz
Many buildings and structures were damaged or destroyed during the bombings
Various locations
Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare
http://www.walkingthebattlefields.com/2012/11/the-clevedon-blitz-night-of-4th-and-5th.html
4
1
1941
340000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340000&y=170000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
ww2-bombings-in-weston-super-mare-and-clevedon-blitz
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
597
The original Portishead railway station was closed
It was demolished to make way for the new Portishead B Power Station. It was replaced the same day with a new station 400 metres away.
Old railway station
Portishead
http://www.portisheadweb.org.uk/prg/history.html
4
1
1954
347170
176800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347170&y=176800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-original-portishead-railway-station-was-closed
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
598
Food rationing started in Great Britain
Ration books introduced with coupons for butter, eggs, bacon and sugar. Soon after, many other items also became rationed, such as biscuits, milk, tea and canned fruit.
Nationally
http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/january8th.html
8
1
1940
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
food-rationing-started-in-great-britain
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
599
Income Tax was introduced
Initially two shillings in the pound (10p) to fund the Napoleonic Wars
Nationally
9
1
1799
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
income-tax-was-introduced-
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
600
Penny post introduced
The Penny Postage was introduced so letters could be sent anywhere in the country for a small sum.
Nationally
10
1
1840
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
penny-post-introduced
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
601
The world's first underground railway opened in London
The first line was the Metropolitan line between Paddington and Farringdon.
Nationally
10
1
1863
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-worlds-first-underground-railway-opened-in-london
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
602
England's first state lottery held
Tickets were sold at St Paul's Cathedral
Nationally
11
1
1569
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
englands-first-state-lottery-held
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
603
Earl Alexander of Hillsborough dies
Albert Victor Alexander, Earl Alexander of Hillsborough, politician, died. was born at 59 George Street, Weston-super-Mare.
He was born at 59 George Street, Weston-super-Mare. He was three times First Lord of the Admiralty, including during the Second World War, and then Minister of Defence under Clement Attlee.
59 George Street
Weston-super-Mare
11
1
1965
24011389
332413
161463
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332413&y=161463
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
earl-alexander-of-hillsborough-dies
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
604
First Open University degrees awarded
The original courses were 2 years in length and could be studied from home
Nationally
http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/january/11/newsid_2519000/2519681.stm
11
1
1973
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
first-open-university-degrees-awarded
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
605
Plough Monday
The first Monday after 12th night is called Plough Monday' and owes it's name to the old tradition that this was the first day in the new year that farmers and husbandmen returned to their tasks.
More details can be found in the 'Calendar of Somerset Customs' (copy in the NS Local Studies Library)
Nationally
12
1
2015
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
plough-monday
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
606
Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier caught fire
The Pavilion was destroyed. It was rebuilt within 3 years.
Grand Pier
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.piers.org.uk/pierpages/NPSwsmgrand.html
13
1
1930
24002178
331690
161402
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331690&y=161402
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
weston-super-mares-grand-pier-caught-fire
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
607
Bishop Beckington, Bishop of Bath & Wells died
The Bishop was born at Beckington near Frome about 1390. He erected the vicarage house at Congresbury. More details can be found in the 'Calendar of Somerset Customs' (copy in the NS Local Studies Library).
Vicarage
Congresbury
14
1
1465
24051490
343594
163802
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=343594&y=163802
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
bishop-beckington-bishop-of-bath-&-wells-died
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
608
Ashcombe House Red Cross Hospital in Weston-super-Mare was damaged by a fire
January 14th the upper storey and part of the roof of Ashcombe House were accidentally destroyed by fire. No one was injured
Ashcombe House
Weston-super-Mare
http://wsmfhs.org.uk/journals/ashcombe-house-red-cross-hospital-weston-super-mare-1914-1918
14
1
1918
24001519
331945
160883
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331945&y=160883
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
ashcombe-house-red-cross-hospital-in-weston-super-mare-was-damaged-by-a-fire
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
609
Elizabeth Tudor, daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, was crowned as Elizabeth I in Westminster Abbey
She reigned for 45 years
Nationally
15
1
1559
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
elizabeth-tudor-daughter-of-henry-viii-and-anne-boleyn-was-crowned-as-elizabeth-i-in-westminster-abbey
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
610
Coat of Arms for Weston-super-Mare adopted
Granted by the Letters Patent, coat of arms for Borough of Weston. Motto 'Ever Forward'
Weston-super-Mare
15
1
1960
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
coat-of-arms-for-weston-super-mare-adopted
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
611
Wassailing day
This ancient tradition is still upheld throughout England and Wales, but particularly so in the west country, the home of cider.
January 17th, old Twelfth Night is the traditional date for wassailing and although ceremonies and songs such as the one below vary slightly from orchard to orchard they run along similar lines. A number of old Wassail songs can be found in the 'Calendar of Somerset Customs' in North Somerset Local Studies Library in Weston.
Nationally
http://www.matchingfoodandwine.com/news/recent/where---and-how---to-go-wassailing-updated-for-2014/
17
1
2015
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
wassailing-day
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
612
Roman treasure from Burrington first public display
An exceptional solid bronze Roman figurine of Capricorn acquired and shown by the Museum of Somerset in Taunton.
The figurine, which was found by a metal detectorist at Burrington, Somerset, dates from the first or second century AD. It will be on display at the museum from 19 January, within the period of the star sign Capricorn.
Burrington
http://www.somersetroutes.co.uk/story/2013/01/21/roman-treasure-to-be-displayed-at-the-museum-of-somerset/23/
19
1
2013
347800
159300
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347800&y=159300
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
roman-treasure-from-burrington-first-public-display
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
613
First English Parliament called by Simon de Montfort 1265
The first English parliament was convened in Westminster Hall (now Westminster Palace), London by Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester. (It was dissolved by King Henry III on 15th Feb.)
Nationally
20
1
1265
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
first-english-parliament-called-by-simon-de-montfort-1265
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
614
Martin Luther King Day
Marking the birthday of Martin Luther King to celebrate his life and achievements
Nationally
20
1
2015
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
martin-luther-king-day
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
615
First commercial Concorde flight
The First Concorde with commercial passengers take off From London's Heathrow Airport to Bahrain in the Persian Gulf and Paris Orly Airport to Rio de Janeiro.
Nationally
21
1
1976
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
first-commercial-concorde-flight
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
616
Queen Victoria died
She reigned for 64 years, during which time England became the most powerful empire in the world.
Nationally
22
1
1901
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
queen-victoria-died
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
617
The first issue of the Clevedon Mercury was published
It was produced by a 17 year old entrepreneur called George James Caple from his father's coach house in Copse Road.
Copse Road
Clevedon
http://www.clevedon-civic-society.org.uk/Spring2012.pdf
24
1
1863
340310
171705
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340310&y=171705
://farm8.staticflickr.com/7738/18160051961_ba5901ce40.jpg
the-first-issue-of-the-clevedon-mercury-was-published
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
618
Death of Sir Winston Churchill
There was a full state funeral for the former prime minister.
Nationally
24
1
1965
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
death-of-sir-winston-churchill-
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
619
Imogen Cairns, British Olympic gymnast, of Portishead born
Imogen represented competed at the Beijing Summer Olympics in 2008 and the London Summer Olympics in 2011.
Portishead
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imogen_Cairns
26
1
1989
347170
176800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347170&y=176800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
imogen-cairns-british-olympic-gymnast-of-portishead-born
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
620
Testing of Rolls Royce started
The Silver Wraith was the first model that appeared on the streets a few years after WWII ended.
Nationally
http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/january28th.html
28
1
1937
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
testing-of-rolls-royce-started
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
621
Kenneth Allsop was born
Kenneth Allsop was born in Leeds on this day. After his death in 1973 the island of Steep Holm was purchased in his memory in 1976.
Steep Holm
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1522204/
29
1
1920
10023719506
322853
160578
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=160578
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
kenneth-allsop-was-born-
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
622
Bristol Channel Floods
The Bristol Channel floods, which occurred on 30 January 1607 (New style), resulted in the drowning of a large number of people and the destruction of a large amount of farmland and livestock.
Research has suggested that the cause may have been a tsunami. For ten days the Church of All Saints at Kingston Seymour, near Weston-super-Mare, was filled with water to a depth of 5 feet (1.5 m). A chiselled mark remains showing that the maximum height of the water was 7.74 metres above sea level
North Somerset coast
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bristol_Channel_floods,_1607
30
1
1607
335000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335000&y=170000
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5347/17009228634_15f6128feb.jpg
bristol-channel-floods
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
623
The first edition of the Oxford English Dictionary was published
The first edition of the Oxford English Dictionary was published.
Nationally
1
2
1884
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-first-edition-of-the-oxford-english-dictionary-was-published
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
624
Hannah More died and buried at All Saints Church in Wrington
Hannah More born 1745 religious writer and philanthropist, fought against slave trade, buried All Saints Church Wrington.
Wrington
2
2
1745
346971
162800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=346971&y=162800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
hannah-more-died-and-buried-at-all-saints-church-in-wrington
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
625
Elizabeth Blackwell, born in Bristol
She was the first woman on the UK Medical Register and the first female to receive a medical degree in the United States.
She was the first woman to graduate from medical school, a pioneer in promoting the education of women in medicine in the U.S., and a social and moral reformer in both the United States and Britain.
Bristol
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Blackwell
3
2
1821
359500
172800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=359500&y=172800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
elizabeth-blackwell-born-in-bristol
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
626
Sweet rationing ended in Britain
Rationing came into force on 8 January 1940 a few months after the start of World War 2.
Nationally
http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/february/5/newsid_2737000/2737731.stm
5
2
1953
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
sweet-rationing-ended-in-britain
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
627
Women over 30 were granted the right to vote in Britain
Women over 30 were granted the right to vote in Britain.
Nationally
6
2
1918
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
women-over-30-were-granted-the-right-to-vote-in-britain
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
628
King George VI died
King George V1 dies making Elizabeth II the Sovereign of Great Britain.
Nationally
6
2
1952
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
king-george-vi-died
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
629
The Domesday Oak in Ashton Court declared one of 50 Great British trees
On the Golden Jubilee of the queens accession, the Domesday Oak, Ashton Court, Bristol was declared one of 50 Great British trees by the Tree Council
Ashton Court
Long Ashton
6
2
2002
355520
171916
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=355520&y=171916
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-domesday-oak-in-ashton-court-declared-one-of-50-great-british-trees-
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
630
The School of Art opened in Weston-super-Mare
This was the predecessor to the current Weston College. It was run by the government's Department of Science and Art, and opened with the aid of 40 pounds collected from local residents.
For the first year the Principal was the only teacher and around 80 students attended the six classes held weekly.
Weston College
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.weston.ac.uk/about/our-history
7
2
1865
24125250
331744
161846
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331744&y=161846
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-school-of-art-opened-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
631
Soap rationing began in Britain
Soap rationing began in Britain.
Nationally
9
2
1942
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
soap-rationing-began-in-britain
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
632
Sir Arthur Elton, film producer director and died
He was a pioneer of documentary films. He inherited Clevedon Court on the death of his father.
He restored it and handed it over to the National Trust in 1960. He was prominent in the campaign to save Clevedon Pier and he helped to run the North Somerset Mercury.
Clevedon Court
Clevedon
10
2
1973
24050887
342255
171572
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=342255&y=171572
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7733/18158822395_cc636cf816.jpg
sir-arthur-elton-film-producer-director-and-died
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
633
Anna Ford from Somerset is the first female newsreader to join ITV
The former BBC presenter moves to ITV.
Nationally
http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/february/13/newsid_4151000/4151459.stm
13
2
1978
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
anna-ford-from-somerset-is-the-first-female-newsreader-to-join-itv
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
634
Britain adopted the decimal currency
Britain adopted the decimal currency.
Nationally
15
2
1971
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
britain-adopted-the-decimal-currency
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
635
Presidents' Day
National holiday in the USA.
International
17
2
2015
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
presidents-day
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
636
Construction work on the Palmerston Forts began on Steep Holm
The builder was John Perry of Weston-super-Mare. More details can be found In the book 'Steep Holm at War' by Rodney Legg (copy in the NS Local Studies Library).
Palmerston Fort
Steep Holm
19
2
1866
10023719506
322853
160578
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=160578
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
construction-work-on-the-palmerston-forts-began-on-steep-holm
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
637
Gale hit Weston-super-Mare
The nearly completed Trinity Church was badly damaged.
Trinity Church
Weston-super-Mare
http://archive.thetablet.co.uk/article/2nd-march-1861/12/the-late-galesdestruction-of-property
21
2
1861
24125433
331240
162311
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331240&y=162311
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
gale-hit-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
638
The North Somerset coast was battered by a huge storm
A deep weather depression coincided with high spring tides and this resulted in winds of 80mph and mountainous seas.
Defences along the Somerset coast were breached, the surge swept up the Severn Estuary and low-lying areas were flooded with salt water. Steep Holm's ferry The Weston Lady was wrecked at Weston-super-Mare.
Weston-super-Mare
http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/bristol/hi/people_and_places/history/newsid_8539000/8539689.stm
26
2
1990
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-north-somerset-coast-was-battered-by-a-huge-storm
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
639
The Weston-super-Mare Loop Line was opened on the Great Western Railway
This allowed through trains to stop at Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
1
3
1884
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-weston-super-mare-loop-line-was-opened-on-the-great-western-railway
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
640
First airing of TV detective drama 'Broadchurch' which features scenes around Clevedon
First airing of TV detective drama 'Broadchurch' which features scenes around Clevedon
Clevedon
4
3
2013
340863
171157
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340863&y=171157
://farm8.staticflickr.com/7738/18160051961_ba5901ce40.jpg
first-airing-of-tv-detective-drama-broadchurch-which-features-scenes-around-clevedon
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
641
Andree Peel, World War II French Resistance Figure Known as "Agent Rose", died (Long Ashton)
Andree Peel, World War II French Resistance Figure Known as "Agent Rose", died (Long Ashton)
Long Ashton
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=49457441
5
3
2010
24098882
355341
170955
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=355341&y=170955
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
andree-peel-world-war-ii-french-resistance-figure-known-as-agent-rose-died-long-ashton
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
642
The first census began in Britain
The first census began in Britain
Nationally
10
3
1801
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-first-census-began-in-britain
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
643
Terry Pratchett, author of fantasy novels, died
Sir Terry Pratchett had many connections with N Somerset and surround areas, and lived in nearby Rowberrow from 1970 for several years.
Rowberrow
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terry_Pratchett
12
3
2015
345075
158232
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=345075&y=158232
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
terry-pratchett-author-of-fantasy-novels-died
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
644
Herschel discovered the planet Uranus
Herschel was living in Bath at the time of his discovery
Bath
13
3
1781
376000
164300
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=376000&y=164300
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
herschel-discovered-the-planet-uranus
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
645
Millennium Green in Weston-super-Mare was officially opened
Completed by South Ward Neighbourhood Management Partnership, the official opening happened on 14th March 2009 and was attended by the Town Mayor, Councillor Andrew Horler.
Millennium Green
Weston-super-Mare
http://wsm-tc.gov.uk/services/parks-play-areas-green-spaces/
14
3
2009
24129562
333219
160924
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=333219&y=160924
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
millennium-green-in-weston-super-mare-was-officially-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
646
Trinity House took possession of Flat Holm Lighthouse
It had previously been privately owned and run.
Flat Holm Lighthouse
Flat Holm
http://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses/lighthouse_list/flatholm.html
21
3
1823
322070
164890
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322070&y=164890
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
trinity-house-took-possession-of-flat-holm-lighthouse
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
647
One Direction filming their video for "You and I" on Clevedon Pier
One Direction filming their video for "You and I" on Clevedon Pier
Clevedon Pier
Clevedon
http://www.bathchronicle.co.uk/Spotted-Direction-filming-region/story-20846752-detail/story.html
25
3
2014
24042771
340214
171902
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340214&y=171902
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7781/17971113440_44baa4064e.jpg
one-direction-filming-their-video-for-you-and-i-on-clevedon-pier
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
648
Weston-super-Mare's new fire station was opened
The official opening, by Councillor Norman, was celebrated with a dinner, hosted by Henry Butt, held on the station Wednesday 27th March 1901.
Fire Station
Weston-super-Mare
http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/wsmfboldcodgers/history.htm
27
3
1901
24017967
333126
161593
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=333126&y=161593
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
weston-super-mares-new-fire-station-was-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
649
The official opening of Clevedon pier was held on Easter Monday, 29th March 1869
Throughout the morning, large numbers had congregated at Clevedon railway station. The 10.15 train from Bristol alone had brought five hundred passengers!!
Clevedon Pier
Clevedon
http://www.clevedonpier.com/who_we_are/history.shtml
29
3
1869
24042771
340214
171902
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340214&y=171902
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7781/17971113440_44baa4064e.jpg
the-official-opening-of-clevedon-pier-was-held-on-easter-monday-29th-march-1869
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
650
Red Rum set a record of 9mins 1.9 seconds in the Grand National
Red Rum set a record of 9mins 1.9 seconds in the Grand National
Nationally
31
3
1973
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
red-rum-set-a-record-of-9mins-19-seconds-in-the-grand-national
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
651
Weston's 1st newspaper was launched 'The Westonian'
From Weston Mercury 28/03/2003
Weston-super-Mare
1
4
1843
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
westons-1st-newspaper-was-launched-the-westonian
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
652
North Somerset Council was created
The county of Avon was abolished and the unitary authorities of North Somerset, Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire were created.
North Somerset area
http://www1.somerset.gov.uk/archives/Boundaries.htm
1
4
1996
343000
166666
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=343000&y=166666
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
north-somerset-council-was-created
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
653
The last issue of the Clevedon Mercury was published
It was originally produced by a 17 year old entrepreneur called George James Caple from his father's coach house in Copse Road.
Copse Road
Clevedon
http://www.clevedon-civic-society.org.uk/Spring2012.pdf
3
4
2012
340310
171705
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340310&y=171705
://farm8.staticflickr.com/7738/18160051961_ba5901ce40.jpg
the-last-issue-of-the-clevedon-mercury-was-published
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
654
Matches were sold for the first time in England by their inventor, John Walker
Matches were sold for the first time in England by their inventor, John Walker
Nationally
7
4
1827
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
matches-were-sold-for-the-first-time-in-england-by-their-inventor-john-walker
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
655
Bananas were sold for the first time in England
Bananas were sold for the first time in England
Nationally
10
4
1633
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
bananas-were-sold-for-the-first-time-in-england
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
656
A plane flying from Bristol to Basle crashed into a snowy forested hillside near Hochwald in Switzerland
People from Axbridge, Cheddar, Congresbury, Wrington and Yatton were on the plane which crashed into a mountainside on April 10, 1973, killing 108 people, with only 37 surviving.
The Invicta Airlines flight 435 had been taking the passengers, who were mainly mothers, on a shopping trip from Bristol when it crashed during a snow storm when approaching the airport in Basle, Switzerland.
Congresbury, Wrington and Yatton
http://www.thewestonmercury.co.uk/news/plane_crash_which_killed_108_remembered_1_2013092
10
4
1973
344548
162520
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=344548&y=162520
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
a-plane-flying-from-bristol-to-basle-crashed--into-a-snowy--forested-hillside-near-hochwald-in-switzerland
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
657
Pillar boxes were used for the first time in England and they were originally painted green
Pillar boxes were used for the first time in England and they were originally painted green
Nationally
11
4
1855
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
pillar-boxes-were-used-for-the-first-time-in-england-and-they-were-originally-painted-green
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
658
The Union Flag (Union Jack) was adopted as the official flag of England
The Union Flag (Union Jack) was adopted as the official flag of England
Nationally
12
4
1606
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-union-flag-union-jack-was-adopted-as-the-official-flag-of-england
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
659
Ritchie Blackmore of Deep Purple and Rainbow fame born in Weston-super-Mare
Ritchie Blackmore of Deep Purple and Rainbow fame born in Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ritchie_Blackmore
14
4
1945
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
ritchie-blackmore-of-deep-purple-and-rainbow-fame-born-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
660
Jeffrey Archer was born
The author and former politician Jeffrey Archer was two weeks old when his family moved to Weston-super-Mare, where he spent most of his early life.
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeffrey_Archer
15
4
1940
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
jeffrey-archer-was-born
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
661
Official twinning of Weston-super-Mare with Hildesheim
The official documents twinning Weston with Hildesheim were signed by the Mayor and Mayoress of Weston Councillor & Mrs Dan Brewer.
Reported in the Weston Mercury 15/04/1983
Weston-super-Mare
15
4
1983
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
official-twinning-of-weston-super-mare-with-hildesheim
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
662
Cuckoo Day in Somerset
As the superstition goes, you must drop everything you are doing when you hear the first cuckoo call and run, no matter what you are doing, or you will be lazy or idle for the year
Somerset
15
4
2015
343000
166666
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=343000&y=166666
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
cuckoo-day-in-somerset
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
663
Last tram ran in Weston
During 35 years service they carried over 51 million passengers. Thousands lined the streets for the trams epic last journey from the top of Oxford Street via Locking Rd to the depot.
More details can be found in 'Weston super Mare Look back with Laughter' by John Bailey L96.42
Weston-super-Mare
17
4
1937
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
last-tram-ran-in-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
664
The Portishead Railway opened
The 9.5 mile branch line opened as a broad gauge line.
Portishead
http://www.portisheadrailwaygroup.org/
18
4
1867
347170
176800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347170&y=176800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-portishead-railway-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
665
Curzon Cinema opened in Clevedon
The first show raised money for victims of Titanic disaster
Curzon Cinema
Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curzon_Community_Cinema,_Clevedon.
20
4
1912
24042094
340663
171096
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340663&y=171096
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/330/18741124929_e1e46539e4.jpg
curzon-cinema-opened-in-clevedon
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
666
Portishead Open Air Swimming Pool opened
It was opened by the Lord Mayor of Bristol - Alderman Charles H. Smith
Swimming Pool
Portishead
https://uk.groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/lidos/conversations/messages/3235 Month is right but not an authoritative source for the actual day.
21
4
1962
24065400
346499
177499
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=346499&y=177499
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7648/16936659781_bc2c4822d7_z.jpg
portishead-open-air-swimming-pool-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
667
Keira Knightly filming in Weston-super-Mare
Keira was filming a cafe scene in Weston--super-Mare, at the Regent Restaurant, and later at Clevedon Pier, for the film 'Never Let Me Go' based on the novel by Kazuo Ishiguro.
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.westerndailypress.co.uk/Keira-Knightley-films-Weston/story-11285746-detail/story.html
24
4
2009
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
keira-knightly-filming-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
668
Albert Victor Alexander, Earl Alexander of Hillsborough, politician, was born at 59 George Street, Weston-super-Mare
He was three times First Lord of the Admiralty, including during the Second World War, and then Minister of Defence under Clement Attlee.
59 George Street
Weston-super-Mare
1
5
1885
24011389
332413
161463
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332413&y=161463
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
albert-victor-alexander-earl-alexander-of-hillsborough-politician-was-born-at-59-george-street-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
669
Bristol Lulsgate Airport officially opened
In mid-April 1957 all air traffic was transferred from Whitchurch to the new airport. With the name of Bristol (Lulsgate) Airport, it was officially opened on 1 May 1957 by Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent.
In the airport's first year it was used by 33,000 people. Bristol and Wessex Aeroplane Club also moved to Lulsgate.
Bristol Airport
Lulsgate
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lulsgate_Airport
1
5
1957
24123500
350625
165497
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=350625&y=165497
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
bristol-lulsgate-airport-officially-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
670
Total Eclipse of the sun (full eclipse in Somerset)
Total Eclipse of the sun (full eclipse in Somerset)
Nationally
3
5
1715
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
total-eclipse-of-the-sun-full-eclipse-in-somerset
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
671
Sir Edmund Elton, 8th Baronet�born
Inventor and potter noted for Elton Ware and produced �Elton Ware�at the Clevedon
Clevedon Court
Clevedon
3
5
1846
24050887
342255
171572
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=342255&y=171572
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7733/18158822395_cc636cf816.jpg
sir-edmund-elton-8th-baronet�born
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
672
Adge Cutler died in a car crash near Chepstow
The frontman of the comic folk band The Wurzels is buried in Nailsea
Nailsea
http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/ride-Wurzel-Adge/story-17434918-detail/story.html
5
5
1974
347415
170685
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347415&y=170685
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
adge-cutler-died-in-a-car-crash-near-chepstow
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
673
Roger Bannister broke the four-minute mile
The 25 year old became the first man to break the four minute record
Nationally
6
5
1954
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
roger-bannister-broke-the-four-minute-mile
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
674
The Channel Tunnel opens
The Queen, and France's President Francios Mitterand opened the Channel Tunnel. It took eight years to build.
Nationally
6
5
1994
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-channel-tunnel-opens
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
675
VE Day
2015 marks the 70 year anniversary since the conclusion of the Second World War, an occasion marked with both relief and celebrations, resulting in widespread street parties across Britain on VE Day (8 May 1945).
Nationally
8
5
1945
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
ve-day
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
676
War Memorial unveiled in Grove Park Weston-super-Mare
War Memorial unveiled in Grove Park Weston-super-Mare
Grove Park
Weston-super-Mare
#http://www.somersetremembers.com/content/storys/remembrance/robert-cruse-1878-1917-remembering.ashx#
#http://www.parksandgardens.org/places-and-people/site/1551?preview=1#
11
5
1922
24127282
331864
161939
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331864&y=161939
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
war-memorial-unveiled-in-grove-park-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
677
Weston-super-Mare tramways network opened
The route from Locking Road to Oxford Street and the Pier was opened
Weston-super-Mare
12
5
1902
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
weston-super-mare-tramways-network-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
678
Weston officially became a town
The Weston Improvement and Market Act was passed making Weston a town. NSSTLI cuttings file Weston-super-Mare Chronology A/BWG 3/01/5
Weston-super-Mare
13
5
1842
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
weston-officially-became-a-town
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
679
The world's first radio transmission across water was made
the transmission was made from Flat Holm to Lavernock Point in south Wales by Guglielmo Marconi
Marconi sent an initial message in Morse code. It read: "CAN YOU HEAR ME". Shortly after, Marconi received a reply from Kemp: "YES LOUD AND CLEAR".
Flat Holm
#http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/wales/posts/marconi_wireless_open_sea_lavernock_point_flat_holm#
#http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/southeastwales/hi/people_and_places/history/newsid_7847000/7847738.stm#
13
5
1897
322070
164890
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322070&y=164890
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-worlds-first-radio-transmission-across-water-was-made
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
680
Knightstone Baths opening ceremony
The new swimming pool and pavilion pool were opened. Knightstone Island is now home to a caf�, bar and exclusive housing.
Knightstone Island
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.drfoxstearoom.co.uk/about_dr_foxs.html
13
5
1902
24110989
331234
161844
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331234&y=161844
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
knightstone-baths-opening-ceremony
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
784
Woodspring Priory was surrendered to King Henry VIII and dissolved
The Augustinian priory was founded, by William de Courtney, in the early 13th century, and dedicated to Thomas Becket.
Woodspring Priory
Kewstoke
http://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/archiveDS/archiveDownload?t=arch-918-1/dissemination/pdf/bristola1-68934_1.pdf
27
9
2010
24083870
334357
166168
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=334357&y=166168
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
woodspring-priory-was-surrendered-to-king-henry-viii-and-dissolved
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
785
Black Nore Lighthouse at Portishead was decommissioned
It was constructed in 1894 for Trinity House
Black Nore Lighthouse
Portishead
http://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=1400195&resourceID=5
27
9
2010
344500
176500
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=344500&y=176500
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
black-nore-lighthouse-at-portishead--was-decommissioned
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
786
HMS Formidable arrived at Portishead Pier
HMS Formidable was used as a training school for young boys. The mizzen mast from the Formidable still stands in the grounds of the National Nautical School.
Portishead Marina
Portishead
2
10
1869
347170
176800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347170&y=176800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
hms-formidable-arrived-at-portishead-pier
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
787
Tea rationing ended in Britain
End of tea rations after WW2
Nationally
3
10
1952
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
tea-rationing-ended-in-britain
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
788
The Yatton to Clevedon Branch Railway closed to passengers
Built by the Bristol and Exeter Railway. In 1876 the line became part of Great Western Railways (GWR) and three years later was converted from broad to narrow gauge.
Yatton and Clevedon
http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=195071
3
10
1966
341400
167350
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=341400&y=167350
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-yatton-to-clevedon-branch-railway-closed-to-passengers
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
789
Frederick Weatherly, who wrote the lyrics to "Danny Boy" and "Roses of Picardy", born
Weatherly was born and brought up in Portishead. He was an English lawyer, author, lyricist and broadcaster. Born 4 Oct 1848, died 7 Sept 1929.
Portishead
4
10
1848
347170
176800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347170&y=176800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
frederick-weatherly-who-wrote-the-lyrics-to-danny-boy-and-roses-of-picardy-born
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
790
Bleadon and Uphill Railway Station closed
The station opened in 1871.
Bleadon and Uphill
http://bristol-rail.co.uk/wiki/Bleadon_and_Uphill
5
10
1964
334100
158150
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=334100&y=158150
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
bleadon-and-uphill-railway-station-closed
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
791
Portishead Lifeboat Trust's independent lifeboat became operational
The Portishead Lifeboat Trust was independently established in 1995.� Their aim was �To save and protect the lives of the general public in particular by provision of a Lifeboat in the Severn Estuary centred at Portishead�
Lifeboat Station
Portishead
http://www.portishead-lifeboat.org.uk/history.html
6
10
1996
24129514
345057
176635
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=345057&y=176635
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
portishead-lifeboat-trusts-independent-lifeboat-became-operational
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
792
Greenwich was established as the universal time from which standard times throughout the world are calculated
On this day, clocks around the world could be synchronised to a standard time for the first time ever.
International
13
10
1884
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
greenwich-was-established-as-the-universal-time-from-which-standard-times-throughout-the-world-are-calculated
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
793
Columbus Day
A holiday in the US commemorating Christopher Columbus's first voyage to the Americas in 1492.
International
13
10
2015
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
columbus-day
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
794
Battle of Agincourt
Anniversary of the Battle of Agincourt
International
15
10
1415
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
battle-of-agincourt
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
795
Charlotte Bronte's book Jane Eyre published
First printing on the literary classic
Nationally
16
10
1847
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
charlotte-brontes-book-jane-eyre-published
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
796
Part of Clevedon Pier collapsed
Significant damage was caused and took many years to raise funds to repair
Clevedon Pier
Clevedon
17
10
1970
24042771
340214
171902
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340214&y=171902
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7781/17971113440_44baa4064e.jpg
part-of-clevedon-pier-collapsed
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
797
A Gloster Javelin crashed into the sea near Steep Holm
More details can be found in 'Steep Holm at War' by Rodney Legg, Wincanton Press, 1991
Steep Holm
http://www.ejection-history.org.uk/Aircraft_by_Type/Gloster_Javelin.htm
21
10
1954
10023719506
322853
160578
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=160578
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
a-gloster-javelin-crashed-into-the-sea-near-steep-holm
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
798
Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier reopened
It was rebuilt following the fire on 28th July 2008, which destroyed the Pavilion.
Grand Pier
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-11612399
23
10
2010
24002178
331690
161402
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331690&y=161402
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
weston-super-mares-grand-pier-reopened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
799
A huge storm hit Britain and several boats in Weston-super-Mare were smashed to pieces, badly damaged or driven ashore
More details can be found in 'Steep Holm's Pioneers' by Stan and Joan Rendall, 2003
North Somerset coast
25
10
1859
335000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335000&y=170000
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5347/17009228634_15f6128feb.jpg
a-huge-storm-hit-britain-and-several-boats-in-weston-super-mare-were-smashed-to-pieces-badly-damaged-or-driven-ashore
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
800
John Cleese born in Weston-super-Mare
The comedy star of Monty Python's Flying Circus was born on this day.
Weston-super-Mare
27
10
1939
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
john-cleese-born-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
801
Halloween or All Hallow's Eve
An ancient celebration combining the Christian festival of All Saints with Pagan autumn festivals
International
31
10
2015
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
halloween-or-all-hallows-eve
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
802
The Wrington Vale Line was closed completely between Wrington and Blagdon
The railway's primary purpose had been to bring construction materials for the building of the Blagdon Lake reservoir.
Wrington and Blagdon
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wrington_Vale_Light_Railway
1
11
1950
346971
162800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=346971&y=162800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-wrington-vale-line-was-closed-completely-between-wrington-and-blagdon
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
803
The European Union came into existence as part of the Maastricht Treaty
The Maastricht Treaty to integrate Europe was signed on 7 February 1992 by the members of the European Community in Maastricht, Netherlands.
International
1
11
1993
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-european-union-came-into-existence-as-part-of-the-maastrict-treaty
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
804
International Helicopter Museum opened
Doors first opened to the public to show the range of impressive helicopters
Helicopter Museum
Weston-super-Mare
3
11
1989
24124946
335314
160457
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335314&y=160457
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7756/17971061338_c19d80be67_z.jpg
international-helicopter-museum-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
805
Lady Wilmot laid foundation stone for Brean Down Harbour
The stone was found floating the next day, no-one had accounted for the strength of the tide, the project to create a harbour never got any further.
More details can be found in 'Weston super Mare Look back with Laughter' by John Bailey L96.42
Brean Down
5
11
1864
329400
159000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=329400&y=159000
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7730/17971297250_e2db8894b3.jpg
lady-wilmot-laid-foundation-stone-for-brean-down-harbour
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
806
Work began on the Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare
Work started on the building of the original Grand Pier. The contractors were Mayoh & Hayley of London.
Grand Pier
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.grandpier.co.uk/latest-news/happy-birthday-grand-pier
7
11
1903
24002178
331690
161402
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331690&y=161402
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
work-began-on-the-grand-pier-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
807
Jill Dando was born in Weston-super-Mare
Journalist, television presenter, and newsreader.
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0199250/bio
9
11
1961
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
jill-dando-was-born-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
808
Weston College's University Campus was officially opened
It was opened by the comedian Lenny Henry. Reported in the Weston Daily Press 13/11/2007
Weston University Campus
Weston-super-Mare
12
11
2007
24117747
332598
158819
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332598&y=158819
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
weston-colleges-university-campus-was-officially-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
809
Queen Elizabeth I ascended the throne aged 25
Queen Elizabeth I reigned until 1603, aged 69. Under her leadership, England became a world power, defeating the Spanish Armada, and witnessed a golden age of literature with works by Shakespeare, Edmund Spencer and others.
Nationally
17
11
1558
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
queen-elizabeth-i-ascended-the-throne-aged-25
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
810
William Caxton printed the first book in the English language
The publication was The Dictes and Sayengis of the Phylosophers
Nationally
18
11
1477
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
william-caxton-printed-the-first-book-in-the-english-language
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
811
Sir Arthur Stanley Eddington, theoretical physicist and astrophysicist died
He grew up and went to school in Weston-super-Mare. He was the first person to explain Einstein's theory of relativity in English.
Weston-super-Mare
22
11
1944
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
sir-arthur-stanley-eddington-theoretical-physicist-and-astrophysicist-died
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
812
The last Concorde flight
Crowds lined the seafront to see Concorde fly over Portishead, Clevedon & Weston on its last flight before it landed at Filton Airfield
North Somerset area
26
11
2003
335000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335000&y=170000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-last-concorde-flight
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
813
Hans Price died in Weston-super-Mare
Hans Price was the architect responsible for much of the development of Weston-super-Mare during the Victorian period.
Weston-super-Mare
27
11
1912
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
hans-price-died-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
814
The first public train ran on the Weston to Clevedon section of the Weston, Clevedon and Portishead Railway
Clevedon Mercury report reproduced in Colin Magg's book : "The first public trip of the new steam tramway between Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare was run on Wednesday December 1st at two o'clock.
There are eight penny stages, the return fare being 1s. Mr J.F. R. Daniel of Portishead, managing director, accompanied the party."
Clevedon, Portishead and Weston-super-Mare
http://www.wcandpr.org.uk/
1
12
1897
340000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340000&y=170000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-first-public-train-ran-on-the-weston-to-clevedon-section-of-the-weston-clevedon-and-portishead-railway
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
815
Wrington Vale Light Railway opened to traffic
It ran from Congresbury on the Cheddar Valley line to Blagdon. Construction of the line started in 1897 and it opened in 1901.
Congresbury to Blagdon
http://www.greatwestern.org.uk/stat_2.htm
4
12
1901
344548
162520
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=344548&y=162520
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
Wrington-vale-light-railway-opened-to-traffic
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
816
1st lifeboat arrived in Weston-super-Mare
the lifeboat, 'William James Holt', was hung from the davits on Birnbeck Pier
Birnbeck Pier
Weston-super-Mare
5
12
1882
24098246
330494
162579
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=330494&y=162579
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8751/16750304280_43e013959c.jpg
1st-lifeboat-arrived-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
817
The Princess Royal visited Weston-super-Mare
The Princess Royal has met firefighters who tackled a blaze in the pavilion of Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier. Princess Anne was welcomed by hundreds of school children and shown a video of the fire before touring the structure.
Weston-super-Mare
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/somerset/7768274.stm
5
12
2008
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-princess-royal-visited-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
818
The Weston-super-Mare Cutter called Mystery ran aground off Penarth while sheltering from a storm
12 soldiers and the crew of 2 were rescued by the crew of a passing Cornish schooner the John Pearce. Richard Johns of the John Pearce was awarded a RNLI silver medal for his bravery.
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.swanseadocks.co.uk/Gower%20wrecks%20Rons%20write-up%20site.pdf
8
12
1872
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
the-weston-super-mare-cutter-called-mystery-ran-aground-off-penarth-while-sheltering-from-a-storm
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
819
Great Flood of 1981 affecting Weston-super-Mare and surrounding area
The highest water levels in Bristol Channel since 1900 and widespread floods caused damage all around the coastal area.
North Somerset coast
13
12
1981
335000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335000&y=170000
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5347/17009228634_15f6128feb.jpg
great-flood-of-1981-affecting-weston-super-mare-and-surrounding-area-
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
820
Captain George Fiott Day died
He was one of the first recipients of the Victoria Cross. He died in Weston-super-Mare and is buried there. He won it for bravery at Genitichi, Sea of Azov in the Black Sea in 1855 while serving in the Royal Navy.
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.victoriacross.org.uk/bbdaygf.htm
18
12
1876
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
captain-geoge-fiott-day-died
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
821
A 6 part peal grandsire triples was rung at St Peters Church Portishead
The event lasted 2 hours 21 minutes
St Peters Church
Portishead
20
12
1919
24122262
346615
176015
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=346615&y=176015
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
a-6-part-peal-grandsire-triples-was-rung-at-st-peters-church-portishead
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
822
Winter starts in the Northern Hemisphere
In the Southern Hemisphere, today is the beginning of summer
International
21
12
2015
450000
320000
0
0
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http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
winter-starts-in-the-northern-hemisphere
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
681
The Duke of Kent visited the Weston-super-Mare Lifeboat
The Duke of Kent met volunteer lifeboat crew at their station at Knightstone Harbour.
His Royal Highness, the President of the RNLI, was shown around the temporary facilities before moving on to an RNLI hosted reception at the Winter Gardens on the Royal Parade where he was introduced to more lifeboat crew members and fundraisers.
Lifeboat Station
Weston-super-Mare
http://rnli.org/NewsCentre/Pages/Weston-super-Mare-RNLI-receives-visit-from-HRH-The-Duke-of-Kent-KG.aspx
15
5
2014
24121807
330911
162149
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=330911&y=162149
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-duke-of-kent-visited-the-weston-super-mare-lifeboat
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
682
Marconi and his team successfully transmitted a messages via radio between Lavernock Point in South Wales and Brean Down
The world's first radio transmission across water was made from Flat Holm to Lavernock Point in south Wales by Guglielmo Marconi on 13th May 1897.
The experiment was so successful that Marconi's men chose to relocate the Flat Holm equipment across the Bristol Channel, to Brean Down Fort near Weston Super Mare. They managed to transmit messages for a distance of nearly 10 miles, proving that the technology was viable and useful.
Brean Down
http://g4usb.net/IMD/station-histories/brean-down-gb6md/
18
5
1897
329400
159000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=329400&y=159000
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7730/17971297250_e2db8894b3.jpg
marconi-and-his-team-successfully-transmitted-a-messages-via-radio-between-lavernock-point-in-south-wales-and-brean-down
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
683
The last passenger train ran on the Weston, Clevedon and Portishead Railway
"The train was greeted at Weston-super-Mare by a crowd of 200. Three policemen were on duty to protect the railway from souvenir hunters." - Colin Maggs: The Weston, Clevedon and Portishead Railway
Clevedon, Portishead and Weston-super-Mare
http://www.wcandpr.org.uk/
18
5
1940
340000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340000&y=170000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-last-passenger-train-ran-on-the-weston-clevedon-and-portishead-railway
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
684
One of the largest slow-worms recorded in Britain was found on Steep Holm
It measured 250 mm from snout to vent, plus a tail of 141 mm. It weighed 60 grams. More details can be found in 'The Steep Holm Guide: The History of the Island off Weston-super-Mare' by Rodney Legg, 1995
Steep Holm
19
5
1984
10023719506
322853
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
one-of-the-largest-slow-worms-recorded-in-britain-was-found-on-steep-holm
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
685
Clevedon Pier officially re-opened
On 23rd May 1998, Clevedon pier was formally re-opened by Sir Charles Elton Bart and Clevedon Bowler David Bryant. Sir Charles Elton is the great-great grandson of the original chairman of the Clevedon Pier Company.
Thousands of people came to witness the occasion, again many dressed in Victorian period costume. The celebrations included the Royal Marine marching band, an air-sea rescue display, aerobatic display teams, 'wing-walking' and trips on the paddle steamer Waverley. Local Clevedon company, Firemagic, finished the day with an amazing display of fireworks using the whole length of the pier.
Clevedon Pier
Clevedon
http://www.clevedonpier.com/who_we_are/history.shtml
23
5
1998
24042771
340214
171902
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340214&y=171902
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7781/17971113440_44baa4064e.jpg
clevedon-pier-officially-re-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
686
The Odeon Cinema opened in Weston-super-Mare
Constructed on part of the site of the former Electric Premier Cinema, the Odeon Theatre was opened on 25th May 1935 by organist Alfred Richards The first film shown was Jack Buchanan in �Brewster�s Millions�.
Odeon Cinema
Weston-super-Mare
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25
5
1935
24099888
332130
161306
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332130&y=161306
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-odeon-cinema-opened-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
687
Start of Evacuation at Dunkirk 1940
Start of Evacuation at Dunkirk 1940
Nationally
27
5
1940
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
start-of-evacuation-at-dunkirk-1940
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
688
Clevedon Pier re-opened after restoration
Clevedon Pier re-opened after restoration
Clevedon Pier
Clevedon
27
5
1989
24042771
340214
171902
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340214&y=171902
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7781/17971113440_44baa4064e.jpg
clevedon-pier-re-opened-after-restoration
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
689
Oak Apple Day
Supposedly the day when Charles II hid in an oak tree. It was quite a common custom to place boughs of oak around the doors of inns and other buildings.
Many people in the West Country also practiced wearing a sprig of oak on the day. More details and description of these customs in the ' Calendar of Somerset Customs' - copy available in the N S Local Studies Library in Weston-super-Mare
Nationally
29
5
1651
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
oak-apple-day
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
690
The driving test became compulsory
The driving test became compulsory
Nationally
31
5
1935
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-driving-test-became-compulsary
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
691
The first commercial flight flew into Weston Airport
Works began on Weston Airfield in 1936 and the first buildings to be constructed on the site included the 14,000sq ft hanger, the 4,000sq ft airport terminal and the two-storey control tower
Weston Airfield
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1510707
31
5
1936
24111415
334879
160120
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=334879&y=160120
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-first-commercial-flight-flew-into-weston-airport
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
692
Great Western Railway - Bristol to Bridgwater route opened
A large crowd gathered at Bristol to see the "Fireball" steam engine and eight coaches start its journey to Bridgwater. Around a year later the line was extended to Taunton.
Bristol to Bridgwater
1
6
1841
342500
166090
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=342500&y=166090
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
great-western-railway----bristol-to-bridgwater-route-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
693
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II
Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II
Nationally
2
6
2012
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
diamond-jubilee-of-queen-elizabeth-ii
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
694
A E H Love the Theory of Elasticity mathematician was born Weston-super-Mare
A E H Love the Theory of Elasticity mathematician was born Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
5
6
1940
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
a-e-h-love-the-theory-of-elasticity-mathematician-was-born-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
695
Brean Down used as a film location for 'Elizabeth: The Golden Age', starring Cate Blanchett, Clive Owen and Geoffrey Rush
Brean Down was transformed into a Hollywood movie set for filming of the sequel to 'Elizabeth'
Brean Down
http://www.burnham-on-sea.com/news/2006/the-golden-age-movie-03-06-06.shtml
5
6
2006
329400
159000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=329400&y=159000
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7730/17971297250_e2db8894b3.jpg
brean-down-used-as-a-film-location-for-elizabeth:-the-golden-age-starring-cate-blanchett-clive-owen-and-geoffrey-rush
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
696
An accident on the Weston, Clevedon and Portishead Railway
The engine and 2 cars on the 11am service from Weston to Clevedon carrying 30 passengers was derailed approaching Clevedon. None of the passengers were hurt and the line was cleared later the same day.
More details can be found in the book 'The Weston, Clevedon and Portishead Railway' by Colin Maggs. Oakwood Press. 1964
Clevedon, Portishead and Weston-super-Mare
http://www.wcandpr.org.uk/
6
6
1899
340000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340000&y=170000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
an-accident-on-the-weston-clevedon-and-portishead-railway
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
697
New floral clock set going in Weston-super-Mare
In 1951, with the Festival of Britain celebrations at their height plans were made for an improved floral clock. On 9th June 1951 a new electronic clock, complete with cuckoo, was officially set going at 11.00am.
Floral Clock
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.localauthoritypublishing.co.uk/councils/weston/clock.html
9
6
1951
332080
161375
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332080&y=161375
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
new-floral-clock-set-going-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
698
Royal visit to Thatchers Cider
Their Royal Highnesses The Earl and Countess of Wessex paid a visit to one of Somerset�s oldest cider-making firms, Thatcher�s, of Sandford to open a new, state of the art packaging and warehouse facility in 2014.
Myrtle Farm
Sandford
9
6
2014
24049081
342140
159619
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=342140&y=159619
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
royal-visit-to-thatchers-cider
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
699
Wrington Vale Light Railway closed completely
It ran from Congresbury on the Cheddar Valley line to Blagdon. Construction of the line started in 1897 and it opened in 1901.
Congresbury to Blagdon
http://www.cornwallrailwaysociety.org.uk/yatton-to-witham-branch.html
10
6
1963
344548
162520
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=344548&y=162520
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
wrington-vale-light-railway-closed-completely
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
700
A record 700 people were landed on Steep Holm by the Paddle Steamer Waverley
Steep Holm's Pioneers - Stan and Joan Rendall. 2003
Steep Holm
10
6
1983
10023719506
322853
160578
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=160578
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
a-record-700-people-were-landed-on-steep-holm-by-the-paddle-steamer-waverley
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
701
The Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare opened
It was designed by P Munroe and built by London company Mayo and Haley
Grand Pier
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.piers.org.uk/pierpages/NPSwsmgrand.html
11
6
1904
24002178
331690
161402
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331690&y=161402
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-grand-pier-in-weston-super-mare-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
702
Explorer Bertram Thomas was born in Pill
Explorer Bertram Thomas was born in Pill
Pill
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bertram_Thomas
13
6
1892
352443
175701
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=352443&y=175701
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
explorer-bertram-thomas-was-born-in-pill
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
704
Signing of the Magna Carta
Signing of the Magna Carta
International
15
6
1215
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
signing-of-the-magna-carta
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
705
Birnbeck Pier officially opened
A public holiday was declared for the day, 130 speeches made at the ceremony
Birnbeck Pier
Weston-super-Mare
15
6
1867
24098246
330494
162579
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=330494&y=162579
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
birnbeck-pier-officially-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
706
Alfred Leete died
The artist who drew the famous First World War Lord Kitchener recruitment poster - died in London. He is buried in Weston-super-Mare Cemetery.
Weston-super-Mare cemetery
Weston-super-Mare
17
6
1933
24131389
332766
161880
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332766&y=161880
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
alfred-leete-died
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
707
Battle of Waterloo
Battle of Waterloo
International
18
6
1815
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
battle-of-waterloo
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
708
T4 On the Beach event held at Weston
T4 On the Beach event held at Weston
Acts included All American Rejects, The Automatic, Basement Jaxx, Busta Rhymes, Dannii Minogue, Embrace, The Feeling, Frank, Feeder, Kelis, Lily Allen, Matt Willis, McFly, Ne-Yo, Orson, Pet Shop Boys, Pussycat Dolls, Razorlight, Shayne Ward, Simon Webbe, Will Young and The Zutons.
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T4_on_the_Beach
18
6
2006
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
t4-on-the-beach-event-held-at-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
709
T4 On the Beach held at Weston
Acts included Daniel Bedingfield, Rachel Stevens, Garbage, Kaiser Chiefs, Madness, Athlete, Rooster, Audio Bullys, Lemar, Goldie Lookin Chain, Magic Numbers, Akon, Feeder and Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay.[6]
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T4_on_the_Beach
19
6
2005
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
t4-on-the-beach-held-at-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
710
Letting the Puxton Dolmoors
An ancient custom, observed in olden times in the county of Somerset, where land was allocated out.
Two large pieces of land between Congresbury, Puxton and Wick St. Lawrence, called East and West Dolmoors, was decided each year by way of a kind of lottery held before Midsummer Day. More details and description of these customs in the ' Calendar of Somerset Customs' - copy available in the N S Local Studies Library in Weston
Puxton
19
6
2015
342080
163755
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=342080&y=163755
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
letting-the-puxton-dolmoors
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
711
Grove Park in Weston-super-Mare opened
On this day, Grove Park in Weston-super-Mare was opened to the public for the first time.
Grove Park
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.parksandgardens.org/places-and-people/site/1551?preview=1
20
6
1891
24127282
331864
161939
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331864&y=161939
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
grove-park-in-weston-super-mare-opened-to-the-public-for-the-first-time
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
712
Flight of the first Westland helicopter
Flight of the first Westland helicopter
Weston-super-Mare
20
6
1958
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7756/17971061338_c19d80be67_z.jpg
flight-of-the-first-westland-helicopter
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
713
Weston Air Festival - the Red Arrows celebrated their 50th display season at Weston
Weston Air Festival - the Red Arrows celebrated their 50th display season at Weston
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
21
6
2014
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
weston-air-festival---the-red-arrows-celebrated-their-50th-display-season-at-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
714
Weston Airport was officially opened
The airport was officially opened on 25 June 1936 by the Deputy Lord Mayor of Cardiff.
Weston Airfield
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=1510707
25
6
1936
24111415
334879
160120
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=334879&y=160120
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
weston-airport-was-officially-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
715
New lifeboats for Weston officially named
The lifeboats were named 'Fifi and Charles' by HRH Duke of Kent, the president of the RNLI
Lifeboat Station
Weston-super-Mare
27
6
1935
24121807
330911
162149
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=330911&y=162149
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
new-lifeboats-for-weston-offically-named
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
716
The second Fake Festival to be held in Weston
The Fake Festival of touring tribute bands returned to Clarence Park in Weston
Clarence Park
Weston-super-Mare
27
6
2015
24097832
331985
160181
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331985&y=160181
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-second-fake-festival-to-be-held-in-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
717
1st Baron Glanely died in Weston-super-Mare in an air raid
Lord Glanely (William Tatem) was killed during World War II in an air-raid in Malvern Road, Weston-super-Mare in June 1942, aged 74, when, having no surviving heir, his titles became extinct.
Malvern Road
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Tatem,_1st_Baron_Glanely
28
6
1942
332360
160120
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332360&y=160120
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
1st-baron-glanely-died-in-weston-super-mare-in-an-air-raid
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
718
Actor Rupert Graves born in Weston-super-Mare
Actor Rupert Graves born in Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001291/
30
6
1963
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
actor-rupert-graves-born-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
719
The open air swimming pool opened in Weston-super-Mare
The open air swimming pool with iconic art deco diving boards was opened to the public by Sir Edward Campbell MP. It was originally known as The Pool.
It was refurbished in 1982 and reopened in 1983 as the Tropicana.
The Pool
Weston-super-Mare
#http://www.thewestonmercury.co.uk/news/business/an_icon_or_an_eyesore_1_1144021#
#http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/Pooling-resources-1943/story-26069189-detail/story.html#
1
7
1937
24099428
331652
160663
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331652&y=160663
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-open-air-swimming-pool-opened-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
720
Marconi awarded the patent for radio communication
Marconi awarded the patent for radio communication
Nationally
2
7
1897
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
marconi-awarded-the-patent-for-radio-communication
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
721
Remains of a Roman Villa discovered at Redhill, nr Wrington
Remains of a Roman Villa discovered at Redhill, nr Wrington
Wrington
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redhill,_Somerset
3
7
1876
346971
162800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=346971&y=162800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
remains-of-a-roman-villa-discovered-at-redhill-nr-wrington
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
722
T4 On the Beach held at Weston-super-Mare
T4 On the Beach held at Weston-super-Mare
Acts performing at the 2010 event included:�Dizzee Rascal,�Ellie Goulding,Tinie Tempah,�Professor Green,�Chipmunk,�Scouting for Girls,�The Saturdays,�Basshunter,�Pixie Lott,�Jason Derulo,Alexandra Burke,�Iyaz,�Jedward,�Kids in Glass Houses,�N-Dubz,�Diana Vickers,�Taio Cruz,�Kelis,�JLS,�Plan B,�Example,The Hoosiers,�One Night Only,�Tinchy Stryder,�Gabriella Cilmi�and�Diagram of the Heart.
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T4_on_the_Beach
4
7
2010
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
t4-on-the-beach-held-at-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
723
Queen Alexandra Memorial Hospital opened in Weston-super-Mare
Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of York (later King George VI and the late Queen Mother) officially opened the Queen Alexandra Memorial Hospital on the Boulevard, Weston-super-Mare.
Queen Alexandra Memorial Hospital
Boulevard
Weston-super-Mare
http://books.google.co.uk/books/about/Programme_of_the_Ceremony_of_the_Opening.html?id=ujo7HAAACAAJ&safe=strict&redir_esc=y
6
7
1928
24104300
332311
161663
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332311&y=161663
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
queen-alexandra-memorial-hospital-opened-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
724
VE Day
VE Day
International
8
7
1945
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
ve-day
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
725
George Wightwick architect and one of the first architectural journalists died in Portishead
He designed many notable buildings in Plymouth and Cornwall and later retired to Portishead.
Portishead
9
7
1872
347170
176800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347170&y=176800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
george-wightwick-architect-and-one-of-the-first-architectural-journalists-died-in-portishead
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
726
Anniversary of second Countryside Day at North Somerset Showground at Wraxall
Anniversary of second Countryside Day at North Somerset Showground at Wraxall
North Somerset Showground
Wraxall
10
7
2015
24130756
350998
170091
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=350998&y=170091
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
anniversary-of-second-countryside-day-at-north-somerset-showground-at-wraxall
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
727
Ham Green Hospital at Pill opened
Opened by the Lord Mayor of Bristol, Councillor Ashman.
Ham Green Hospital
Pill
https://pillvillage.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/history-of-ham-green-hospital.pdf
12
7
1899
353118
175750
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=353118&y=175750
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
ham-green-hospital-at-pill-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
728
Winter Gardens and Pavilion were officially opened
The completed Winter Gardens were finally opened in July 1927 by Ernest Palmer, deputy chairman of the Great Western Railway.
The gates were opened with a special golden key, now in Weston's museum. The cost of the Pavilion was 35,000 pounds and about 16,000 pounds was spent on the gardens.
Winter Gardens
Marine Parade
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/Footsteps-Past-Winter-Gardens-Weston-super-Mare/story-23286132-detail/story.html
14
7
1927
24001749
331739
161615
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331739&y=161615
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
winter-gardens-and-pavilion-were-officially-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
729
Luftwaffe mistake landing at Lulsgate Bottom
An emergency aircraft landing ground was created on 14 acres belonging to Corner Pool Farm by the A38 in March 1940, and the runway was improved in 1941.
Early in the morning of the 14th July of that year the newly completed runway at RAF Lulsgate Bottom was first used by a Luftwaffe JU88 landing by mistake thinking they were in France.
Corner Pool Farm
Lulsgate
http://www.winford.parishcouncil.net/felton-indiv.php?id=136&name=History%20of%20Felton
14
7
1940
350437
164461
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=350437&y=164461
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
luftwaffe-mistake-landing-at-lulsgate-bottom
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
730
The first horse race at Cheltenham
The first horse race at Cheltenham
Cheltenham
15
7
1815
395000
222500
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=395000&y=222500
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-first-horse-race-at-cheltenham
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
731
Bristol Waterworks Company came into being
It was formed by an Act of Parliament
Bristol area
http://www.bristolwater.co.uk/about-us/our-history/
16
7
1846
359500
172800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=359500&y=172800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
bristol-waterworks-company-came-into-being
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
732
Laurel & Hardy visit Weston-super-Mare
Laurel & Hardy visit Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/Footsteps-Past-Winter-Gardens-Weston-super-Mare/story-23286132-detail/story.html#ixzz3XYv4MNEH
17
7
1947
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
laurel-&-hardy-visit-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
733
Water Adventure Play Park in Weston-super-Mare opened
The Water Adventure Play Park is located on Knightstone Road which is the sea front road next to Melrose Car Park. The Water Park opened on 17th July 2010, and since then has become a popular attraction on Weston's seafront
Water park
Weston-super-Mare
http://wsm-tc.gov.uk/services/parks-play-areas-green-spaces/
17
7
2010
24098052
331509
161929
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331509&y=161929
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
water-adventure-play-park-in-weston-super-mare-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
734
Louis de Rougemont rode a turtle in Weston-super-Mare bay
The turtle was placed at the landing slip at Knightstone Harbour, where they had to wait several hours until the tide was high enough for Louis de Rougemont to begin his turtle riding performance.
It was said of the adventurer who was known for imposing as an explorer ' Truth is stranger than fiction but De Rougemont is stranger than both.' Reported in WM 21/07/1906, see also WSM Looking back with laughter John Bailey L96.42
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
19
7
1906
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
louis-de-rougemont-rode-a-turtle-in-weston-super-mare-bay
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
735
T4 On the Beach held at Weston-super-Mare
T4 On the Beach held at Weston-super-Mare
Acts performing at the 2009 event included:�Alesha Dixon,�Metro Station,Dizzee Rascal,�Gossip,�Calvin Harris,�Tinchy Stryder�featuring�Amelle Berrabah,�N-Dubz,�The Noisettes,�JLS,�Will Young,Taio Cruz,�Diversity,�Basement Jaxx,�Florence and the Machine,�Daniel Merriweather,�DJ Ironik�featuring�Chipmunk,Shontelle,�Sophie Ellis-Bextor,�Peter Andre,�The Courteeners,�The Saturdays,�Hockey,�Frankmusik,�Tommy Reilly,Fightstar,�Paloma Faith,�The Maccabees, Newham Generals featuring�Dizzee Rascal,�Killa Kela,�Little Boots,�The Enemy and�Master Shortie.
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T4_on_the_Beach
19
7
2009
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
t4-on-the-beach-held-at-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
736
New building opened at the Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare
Opened by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh
Helicopter Museum
Weston-super-Mare
http://helicoptermuseum.co.uk/20.htm
20
7
2007
24124946
335314
160457
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335314&y=160457
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7756/17971061338_c19d80be67_z.jpg
new-building-opened-at-the-helicopter-museum-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
737
T4 On the Beach held at Weston-super-Mare
T4 On the Beach held at Weston-super-Mare
�Lil' Chris,�Basshunter,�The Zutons,Kelly Rowland,�Ne-Yo,�Scouting for Girls,�The Hoosiers,�Robyn,�The Feeling,�The Pigeon Detectives,�McFly,�Guillemots,Alphabeat,�Feeder,�The Ting Tings,�Reverend and The Makers,�OneRepublic,�One Night Only,�Sugababes,�Dirty Pretty Things,�Black Kids,�Five O'Clock Heroes�featuring�Agyness Deyn,�Lightspeed Champion,�The Automatic,�The Script,�Envy & Other Sins�and�One eskimO.
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T4_on_the_Beach
20
7
2008
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
t4-on-the-beach-held-at-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
738
Man first walks on the moon
Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin were the first men ever to set foot on the moon.
International
http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/witness/july/21/newsid_3058000/3058833.stm
21
7
1969
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
man-first-walks-on-the-moon
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
739
The Wall rock concert was held in East Berlin, East Germany to celebrate the dismantling of the Berlin Wall
More than 150,000 people attended.
International
21
7
1990
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-wall-rock-concert-was-held-in-east-berlin-east-germany-to-celebrate-the-dismantling-of-the-berlin-wall
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
740
The Beatles played for two nights at the Odeon in Weston-super-Mare
From the BBC website: The Beatles performed a week of concerts at the Odeon Cinema in Weston-super-Mare between Monday 22 to Saturday 27 July 1963.
They also made some unreleased recordings with Gerry Marsden of Gerry and the Pacemakers at the Royal Pier Hotel. Jenny Ponsillo from Walton near Street was 16 at the time: "Helen Shapiro was top of the bill and the Beatles were the supporting act - we loved them! My friend and I sat in the front row, yards away from Paul McCartney. I fell in love with him then and still have a soft spot for him after forty years. We then saw them in Bristol in the Colston Hall in 1964 - they had become famous by then and t
Odeon Cinema
Weston-super-Mare
#http://news.bbc.co.uk/local/bristol/hi/people_and_places/history/newsid_9158000/9158842.stm#
#http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/July-1963-just-mania-really-began/story-19555004-detail/story.html#
22
7
1963
24099888
332130
161306
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332130&y=161306
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-beatles-played-for-two-nights-at-the-odeon-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
741
T4 On the Beach held at Weston
T4 On the Beach held at Weston
Featuring MAMI, Maroon 5, Manic Street Preachers, Akon, Natasha Bedingfield, Mika, Amerie, Girls Aloud, McFly, Just Jack, Calvin Harris, Mutya Buena, Dizzee Rascal, Funeral for a Friend, Kate Nash, Super Furry Animals, Reverend and The Makers, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Athlete, The Pigeon Detectives, Badly Drawn Boy, Mark Ronson, The Maccabees, Hadouken!, Jamie Scott and the Town, Remi Nicole, The Hoosiers and The Twang.
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T4_on_the_Beach
22
7
2007
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
t4-on-the-beach-held-at-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
742
Mandy Miller, best remembered for recording 'Nellie the Elephant', born in Weston-super-Mare
Mandy Miller, best remembered for recording 'Nellie the Elephant', born in Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
23
7
1944
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
mandy-miller-best-remembered-for-recording-nellie-the-elephant-born-in-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
743
Hovercraft service between Weston and Penarth began
The hovercraft service took just 12 minutes from Weston to Penarth in South Wales. The service ran until 30 August. Details available in cuttings files in Weston-super-Mare library (quote Transport: Hovercraft A/BWG 4/79).
Anchor Head
Weston-super-Mare
23
7
1963
24128851
330906
162145
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=330906&y=162145
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
hovercraft-service-between-weston-and-penarth-began
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
744
Presentation held for local schoolboy F Titt for 7 years unbroken attendance
Presentation held for local schoolboy F Titt for 7 years unbroken attendance
Weston-super-Mare
25
7
1913
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
presentation-held-for-local-schoolboy-f-titt-for-7-years-unbroken-attendance-
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
745
The rebuilt Grand Pier in Weston was officially reopened by the Princess Royal
It took two years and a 52 million pound investment to rebuild the Grand Pier, which reopened to the public in October 2010.
Grand Pier
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-14273203
25
7
2011
24002178
331690
161402
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331690&y=161402
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-rebuilt-grand-pier-in-weston-was-officially-reopened-by-the-princess-royal
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
746
First Weston-super-Mare suffrage meeting held
The invitation went out in the name of Mrs Arthur Tanner, sister of the Priestman sisters of Bristol, who then lived at Oakridge, Winscombe. The chair of the meeting was Rev. Richard Follett, the vicar of Winscombe.
Weston-super-Mare
26
7
1878
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
first-weston-super-mare-suffrage-meeting-held
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
747
The Yatton to Clevedon Branch Railway opened
Built by the Bristol and Exeter Railway. In 1876 the line became part of Great Western Railways (GWR) and three years later was converted from broad to narrow gauge.
Yatton and Clevedon
http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=195071
28
7
1847
341400
167350
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=341400&y=167350
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-yatton-to-clevedon-branch-railway-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
748
The Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare caught fire
The Grand Pier in Weston-super-Mare caught fire
Grand Pier
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.bbc.co.uk/somerset/content/articles/2008/07/28/pier_fire_have_your_say_feature.shtml
28
7
2008
24002178
331690
161402
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331690&y=161402
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-grand-pier-in-weston-super-mare-caught-fire
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
749
Jill's Garden opened
A memorial garden was opened in Grove Park, Weston-super-Mare for Jill Dando.
Grove Park
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.weston-super-mare.com/Jill_Dandos_Garden
3
8
2001
24127282
331864
161939
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331864&y=161939
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
jills-garden-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
750
Alfred Tennyson born
Tennyson was a visitor to Clevedon and is one of the poets commemorated in Poets Walk.
Poets Walk
Clevedon
6
8
1809
24141303
339120.34
170677.52
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=339120.34&y=170677.52
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8818/18155431792_5e8bfcb1b3.jpg
alfred-tennyson-born
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
751
Britain bans the employment of climbing boys as chimney sweeps
Britain bans the employment of climbing boys as chimney sweeps
Nationally
7
8
1840
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
britain-bans-the-employment-of-climbing-boys-as-chimney-sweeps
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
752
Weston to Clevedon railway was extended to Portishead as light railway
More details can be found in 'The Weston, Clevedon and Portishead Railway' by Colin Maggs. Oakwood Press. 1964
Portishead
7
8
1907
347170
176800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=347170&y=176800
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weston-to-clevedon-railway-was-extended-to-portishead-as-light-railway
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
753
Royal Portbury Dock was officially opened by the Queen
The visit started at 9am with the arrival of the Royal party at Portbury (West) dock on the Royal Yacht Britannia.
After being piped ashore to a welcoming escort provided by the crew of HMS Bristol, the Queen was greeted by the Lord Mayor, Councillor Ted Wright, and various other VIPs. Five thousand people (drawn by lottery due to lack of space) cheered as she unveiled a commemorative plaque.
Clevedon, Portishead and Weston-super-Mare
http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/special-day-Queen-celebrate-Silver-Jubilee/story-16258001-detail/story.html
8
8
1977
340000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340000&y=170000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
royal-portbury-dock-was-officially-opened-by-the-queen
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
754
Province of Maine USA established by charter
Charter established by Sir Ferdinando Gorges who is buried in the churchyard at Long Ashton
Long Ashton
10
8
1622
24098882
355341
170955
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=355341&y=170955
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
province-of-maine-usa-established-by-charter
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
755
Accident on the Weston, Clevedon and Portishead Railway
The last train of the day from Portishead to Clevedon collided with 2 horses that had strayed onto the line.
One horse was killed and the other was injured. The train was not derailed but was delayed. More details can be found in 'The Weston, Clevedon and Portishead Railway' by Colin Maggs. Oakwood Press. 1964
Clevedon, Portishead and Weston-super-Mare
10
8
1907
340000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=340000&y=170000
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accident-on-the-weston-clevedon-and-portishead-railway
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
756
The 1st water plane landed at Weston
The Daily Mail Water plane was watched by tens of thousands as it performed magnificent demonstrations, it 'sailed as a racing boat and flew like a bird'.
Reported in daily Mail 13/08/1912 see cuttings Aviation: general A/BWG 4/9/2
Beach
Weston-super-Mare
10
8
1912
24130931
331685
161348
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331685&y=161348
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8625/16454946208_e58bb55ef0_z.jpg
the-1st-waterplane-landed-at-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
757
Author of Rock of Ages hymn dies
Augustus Montague Toplady was curate of Blagdon from 1762-64. Toplady wrote his famous hymn "Rock of Ages" in 1763.
A local tradition � discounted by most historians � holds that he wrote the hymn after seeking shelter under a large rock at Burrington Combe.
Rectory
Blagdon
http://archive.churchsociety.org/issues_new/history/iss_history_toplady.asp
11
8
1778
24073917
350484
158844
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=350484&y=158844
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8784/17976605029_e5abd5fb6a.jpg
author-of-rock-of-ages-hymn-dies
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
758
New lifeboat for the town 'Weston Centenary'
A new lifeboat for Weston was officially named by the Lord Lieutenant of Avon, Sir John Wills
Lifeboat Station
Weston-super-Mare
13
8
1983
24121807
330911
162149
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=330911&y=162149
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
new-lifeboat-for-the-town-weston-centenary
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
759
Donny Osmond performed at the Tropicana
This was part of the popular children's TV show 'Get Fresh' presented by Gaz Topp
Tropicana
Weston-super-Mare
13
8
1988
24099428
331652
160663
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331652&y=160663
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
donny-osmond-performed-at-the-tropicana
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
760
Steep Holm inn owner in court
Frederick Harris, whose family had run an inn on Steep Holm since 1846, appeared before Axbridge Magistrates' Court charged with selling liquor without a licence.
He argued that Steep Holm was not part of Somerset and initially won his case. However the Inland Revenue took the case to the Court of Appeal and the decision was reversed in their favour. More detail can be found in 'The Steep Holm Guide: The History of the Island off Weston-super-Mare' by Rodney Legg, 1995
Steep Holm
25
8
1884
10023719506
322853
160578
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=160578
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
steep-holm-inn-owner-in-court
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
761
The Rolling Stone appeared at the Odeon in Weston
Between August 18-30, 1964 The Rolling Stones performed theatre concerts every day across the south of England.
The group performed its first concerts on the Channel Isles (Guernsey and St. Helier) and across southwest England (Weymouth, Weston-super-Mare, Exeter, Plymouth, Torquay). They also played again in Bournemouth and Taunton.
Odeon Cinema
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.timeisonourside.com/chron1964.html
25
8
1964
24099888
332130
161306
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332130&y=161306
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-rolling-stone-appeared-at-the-odeon-in-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
762
Weston water Polo Team win English Championships
reported in the Weston Mercury 01/09/1906
Weston-super-Mare
27
8
1906
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
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weston-water-polo-team-win-english-championships-
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
763
Philosopher John Locke born in Wrington
Born 1632. Died 1704 - English philosopher, first of the British Empiricists.
Wrington
29
8
1632
346971
162800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=346971&y=162800
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
philosopher-john-locke-born-in-wrington
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
764
The Gregorian calendar was adopted in England
The Gregorian calendar was adopted in England
Nationally
3
9
1752
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
the-gregorian-calendar-was-adopted-in-england
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
765
Weston-super-Mare Library opened
The library, which was designed by Victorian architect Hans Price was built to commemorate the 1897 jubilee of Queen Victoria. Different dates given on 2 sources.
Old library
Boulevard
Weston-super-Mare
#http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/163-4-5M-REPAIRS-TOWN-HALL/story-11298602-detail/story.html#
#http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-1403515-weston-super-mare-library-weston-super-#.VTV_jJMYNsE#
3
9
1900
24009464
332357
161682
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332357&y=161682
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
weston-super-mare-library-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
766
A bomb fell on Worle
A family of three were killed.
Worle
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.newman-family-tree.net/hill%20brow%20school/Appendix%2012%20-%20The%20Bombing%20of%20Weston%20Super%20Mare.pdf
3
9
1940
335500
162650
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335500&y=162650
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
a-bomb-fell-on-Worle
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
767
1st marathon run in Weston
This was the first marathon in England to run in support of the RNLI, 200 runners set off from the Tropicana
Weston-super-Mare
4
9
1983
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
1st-marathon-run-in-weston
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
768
Local artist Alfred Leete's 'Lord Kitchener' poster first appeared on the cover of London Opinion magazine
Lord Kitchener Wants You was a 1914 advertisement which was developed into a recruitment poster. It depicted Lord Kitchener, the British Secretary of State for War, above the words "WANTS YOU".
Kitchener, wearing the cap of a British Field Marshal, stares and points at the viewer calling them to enlist in the British Army against the Central Powers. The image is considered one of the most iconic and enduring images of the war. A hugely influential image and slogan, it has also inspired imitations in other countries, from the United States to the Soviet Union.
Weston-super-Mare
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lord_Kitchener_Wants_You
5
9
1914
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
local-artist-alfred-leetes-lord-kitchener-poster-first-appeared-on-the-cover-of-london-opinion-magazine
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
769
philanthropist and religious writer Hannah More died in Wrington
Hannah More was an educator, writer and social reformer. She was also known for her writings on abolition and for�encouraging women to join the anti-slavery movement.
Wrington
http://abolition.e2bn.org/people_60.html
7
9
1833
346971
162800
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=346971&y=162800
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philanthropist-and-religious-writer-hannah-more-died-in-wrington
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
770
First ever Bristol International Balloon Fiesta
http://www.bristolballoonfiesta.co.uk/content/33/fiesta-history.aspx
Ashton Court
Long Ashton
7
9
1979
355520
171916
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=355520&y=171916
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
first-ever-bristol-international-balloon-fiesta
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
771
Three men were executed at Kenn for arson
William Wall, John Rowley and Richard Clarke were hanged in the village of Kenn after being found guilty of setting fire to three ricks of wheat. This was the last public hanging to be carried out at the scene of the crime in Britain.
Kenn
#http://eprints.uwe.ac.uk/11681/1/Poole-Execution.pdf#
#http://www.n-somerset.gov.uk/Your_Council/Communication_and_Information/North%20Somerset%20Life%20Walks/NS%20Life%20cycle%20ride%20across%20the%20moors%20near%20Nail#
8
9
1830
341438
169100
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=341438&y=169100
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
three-men-were-executed-at-kenn-for-arson
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
772
Huge winds hit Weston-super-Mare
Knightstone Causeway was partly demolished; sections of the Promenade were ripped up; the landing stage and pier at Birnbeck Pier were wrecked.
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.thewestonmercury.co.uk/news/mighty_surge_of_weston_s_tide_1_311256
10
9
1903
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
huge-winds-hit-weston-super-mare
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
773
Charles II arrived for a 3 night stay in Leigh Manor
Fleeing England after his defeat at the Battle of Worcester, King Charles II spent 3 nights in Leigh Manor in Abbots Leigh as a guest of George Norton, although he was unaware of the king's identity.
Leigh Manor
Abbots Leigh
http://www.dorsethistoricchurchestrust.co.uk/guest2.htm
12
9
1651
24082955
354029
173496
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=354029&y=173496
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charles-ii-arrived-for-a-3-night-stay-in-leigh-manor
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
774
A tornado crashed into the Bristol Channel a mile south of Steep Holm
Both crewmen ejected safely and were rescued from the Bristol Channel.
Bristol Channel
#http://www.ejection-history.org.uk/aircraft_by_type/tornado.htm#
12
9
1991
335000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335000&y=170000
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5347/17009228634_15f6128feb.jpg
a-tornado-crashed-into-the-bristol-channel-a-mile-south-of-steep-holm
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
775
Wrington Vale Light Railway closed to passengers
It ran from Congresbury on the Cheddar Valley line to Blagdon. Construction of the line started in 1897 and it opened in 1901.
Congresbury to Blagdon
http://www.greatwestern.org.uk/stat_2.htm
14
9
1931
344548
162520
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=344548&y=162520
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
wrington-vale-light-railway-closed-to-passengers
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
776
Henry Garrett swam from Weston-super-Mare to Steep Holm
Henry Garrett was 26 years old and from Cambridge. He swam 8 miles and it took him 2 hours and 16 minutes. Steep Holm at War - Rodney Legg. 19th Century newspapers - Pall Mall Gazette 16/09/1875
Steep Holm
15
9
1875
10023719506
322853
160578
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=160578
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
henry-garrett-swam-from-weston-super-mare-to-steep-holm
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
777
Battle of Britain Day
Anniversary of the Battle of Britain
Nationally
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/events/battle_of_britain_day
15
9
1940
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
battle-of-britain-day
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
778
Weston General Hospital opened
Official opening of Weston General Hospital
Weston Hospital
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.waht.nhs.uk/en-GB/About-The-Trust/History1/
16
9
1986
24004162
332406
158585
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332406&y=158585
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
weston-general-hospital-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
779
Steep Holm's ferry the Ivanhoe was wrecked at Sand Point
She was torn from her moorings by Birnbeck Pier and smashed on the rocks at Sand Point. More can be found in 'Steep Holm's Pioneers' by Stan and Joan Rendall, 2003
Steep Holm
http://mwmarine.org/index.php/notable-vessels/a-history-of-weston-ferry-boats
18
9
1981
10023719506
322853
160578
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=160578
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
steep-holms-ferry-the-ivanhoe-was-wrecked-at-sand-point
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
780
42 lives were saved by the Weston lifeboat when the SS Welsh Prince' ran into difficulties in rough seas off Sand Bay
The ship was carrying day trippers on their way home from Weston-super-Mare to Bristol when a mooring rope got wound round the propeller and the ship ran aground off Sand Bay.
More details can be found in 'Shipwrecks of the Bristol Channel' Graham Smith L38.37
Sand Bay
Kewstoke
http://www.swanseadocks.co.uk/Gower%20wrecks%20Rons%20write-up%20site.pdf
22
9
1884
331842
163935
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=331842&y=163935
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42-lives-were-saved-by-the-weston-lifeboat-when-the-ss-welsh-prince-ran-into-difficulties-in-rough-seas-off-sand-bay
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
781
First Marlens Festival
Held at the Marine Lake, Clevedon
Marine Lake
Clevedon
23
9
2005
24142617
339707
171109
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=339707&y=171109
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first-marlens-festival
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
782
The current Worle Railway Station opened
Opened by Councillor Mrs Betty Perry.
Worle Railway Station
Worle
Weston-super-Mare
http://bristol-rail.co.uk/wiki/Worle
24
9
1990
336800
162485
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=336800&y=162485
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
the-current-worle-railway-station-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
783
The first set of Steep Holm stamps was issued
The designs were Beach and Inn, 1850; Kenneth Allsop, 1971; Zebra Camouflage, 1943; Packet Boat Ivanhoe, 1980.
More details can be found in 'Steep Holm: Allsop Island' by Rodney Legg 1992
Steep Holm
27
9
1980
10023719506
322853
160578
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322853&y=160578
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8778/17536280654_e73c1ae0ff.jpg
the-first-set-of-steep-holm-stamps-was-issued
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
823
Flat Holm Lighthouse was struck by lightning during a storm
The lighthouse was badly damaged in the storm
Flat Holm Lighthouse
Flat Holm
http://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses/lighthouse_list/flatholm.html
23
12
1790
322070
164890
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=322070&y=164890
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
flat-holm-lighthouse-was-struck-by-lightning--during-a-storm
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
824
Ham Green Halt Station opened
It was built to serve Ham Green Hospital. It closed in 1964.
Ham Green Hospital
Pill
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ham_Green_Halt_railway_station
23
12
1926
353118
175750
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=353118&y=175750
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
ham-green-halt-station-opened
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
825
The Greek Steamship Michalis Poutous ran aground
The ship was on her way from Rouen to Barry ran aground near Lilstock in dense fog. Weston Lifeboat took off 27 crewmen.
The ship was later towed off by tugs. More details can be found in 'Wreck and Rescue in the Bristol Channel: 1 The Story of the English Lifeboats' by Grahame Farr 1966
Weston-super-Mare
23
12
1935
332147
161201
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=332147&y=161201
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the-greek-steamship-michalis-poutous-ran-aground
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
826
The first-ever German air raid against Britain took place
A German monoplane dropped a single bomb on Dover during World War I.
Nationally
http://www.historyplace.com/worldhistory/firstworldwar/index.html
24
12
1914
450000
320000
0
0
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the-first-ever-german-air-raid-against-britain-took-place-
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
827
William the Conquerer was crowned King of England after he had invaded England from France
William defeated and killed King Harold at the Battle of Hastings then marched on London
Nationally
25
12
1066
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news1-e1439391526602.jpg
william-the-conquerer-was-crowned-king-of-england-after-he-had-invaded-england-from-france
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
828
The main buildings on Birnbeck Island were damaged by a fire
Most of the structures on the island were destroyed by fire
Replacements were designed by Hans Price, who was responsible for many of Weston's most notable buildings, and these were completed just eight months' later.
Birnbeck Pier
Weston-super-Mare
http://www.piers.org.uk/pierpages/NPSwsmbirnbeck.html
26
12
1897
24098246
330494
162579
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=330494&y=162579
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8751/16750304280_43e013959c.jpg
the-main-buildings-on-birnbeck-island-were-damaged-by-a-fire
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
829
Charles Darwin set out from Plymouth aboard the HMS Beagle
His five year expedition took him to many places, including the Galapagos Islands
Nationally
27
12
1831
450000
320000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=450000&y=320000
http://discovernorthsomerset.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/shutterstock_news2.jpg
charles-darwin-set-out-from-plymouth-aboard-the-hms-beagle
North Somerset Council
http://opendatacommunities.org/id/unitary-authority/north-somerset
830
A huge storm hit the Bristol Channel
Two Norwegian barques were wrecked on the sand banks in the middle of the Bristol Channel off Clevedon.
Captain Jack Rowles, the Clevedon Pier-Master tried to sail out to see if he could help but couldn't reach the scene due to the severity of the storm. There were no survivors from either boat. More details can be found in 'Wreck and Rescue in the Bristol Channel: 1 The Story of the English Lifeboats' by Grahame Farr 1966
North Somerset coast
28
12
1900
335000
170000
0
0
http://map.n-somerset.gov.uk/MyNS.html?scale=2000&x=335000&y=170000
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5347/17009228634_15f6128feb.jpg
a-huge-storm-hit-the-bristol-channel