Branch Programmes

The HA has over 40 local branches throughout the UK who organise their own programmes of historical lectures and activities, and collectively put on a programme of around 350 history events every year featuring leading historians and researchers. Branch events are open to both members and non-members and are a great way to socialise and meet other people from your local community who share an interest in history. Find your nearest Branch on our map.

Each branch has its own arrangements on entry costs – most don't require booking but please check before attending. Most events are listed in the HA web calendar and you can submit your own events (requires login). 

Many HA branch talks now take place online as well as (or sometimes instead of) in person. All HA national members can attend any local branch talk. Enjoy these talks from the comfort of your home, office or any locality you choose – all you need is access to a device. See all upcoming online branch events, plus our monthly Virtual Branch talks.

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  • Swansea Branch Programme

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    Enquiries to Liz McSloy FHA, Branch Secretary historyliz1565@yahoo.com 07810 304616 All meetings take place at the National Waterfront Museum, Oystermouth Road, Swansea, SA1 3RD at 11am. All talks are free to attend The museum does not have a car park but there are a number of pay and display car...

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  • Taunton Deane Branch Programme

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    All enquiries to Mr Geoff Bisson geoff.bisson51@gmail.com tel. 01823 353749 M 07888 641 587 All talks start at 7.30pm on Wednesdays and take place in the Birchall Hall, Queen's College, Trull Road, Taunton, TA1 4QS unless otherwise stated. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available for which a donation is welcome....

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  • Tyneside Branch Programme

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    Tyneside Branch Programme 2026-27 For general questions about the Tyneside Branch, feel free to contact the Branch Chair, Daniel Laqua Daniel.laqua@northumbria.ac.uk   Meeting Venue & Time – Please see individual entries   Saturday 5 September 2026 12pm at Newcastle City Library, 33 New Bridge Street West, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1...

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  • West Surrey Branch Programme

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    Branch contact All enquiries to membershipwsha@yahoo.co.uk or Telephone: 01784 435630 Venue: All meetings start at 7.30pm and will be held at St Nicolas’ Hall, Bury Street, Guildford, GU2 4AW. The nearest car park is Portsmouth Road Car Park (GU2 4BW). Early arrival advised.  Associate membership £20 per year. Talks free...

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  • West Wiltshire Branch Programme

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    Branch contact All enquiries to Mrs Jenny Ladd jladd242@gmail.com tel 01373 830514 M 07724 210 851 Venue: All talks start at 7.30pm and take place in St. Thomas’ Church Hall, York Buildings, Trowbridge, Wilts. BA14 8PT. Free parking on the road, limited free parking next to Church. Associate membership £15...

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  • Winchester Branch Programme

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    All enquiries to Hon Secretary Eleanor Yates – email historicalassocwinchester@outlook.com or text or call 07973 427915 Lectures will be held in the Winchester College Science Lecture Theatre, Science School, Kingsgate Road, Winchester, SO23 9PG at 7.30pm. There is parking behind the science school and disabled access to the Theatre. Please ask if...

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  • York and North Yorkshire Branch Programme

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    All enquiries to Elizabeth McCulloch, Elizabeth.McCulloch@boothamschool.com  07884 435 701 Talks free to members, £2 for visitors.     York & North Yorkshire Branch Programme 2026-27 Autumn Term 2026   5pm - 6.30pm, Tuesday 29th September,  at Millthorpe School Hall, Nunthorpe Avenue, York, YO23 1WF Dawn of the Vikings Alex Harvey, archaeology postgraduate,...

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