Report 97, 'Wrottesley Lodge Farm, the mystery road to the past' has been added to our reports page.

The History of Stourbridge Glass

At last week's meeting we hosted Dr Kate Round, who gave a fascinating talk entitled  'The History of Stourbridge Glass'. As you would expect from someone with a professional career as a research chemist specializing in the study of silica based materials and a strong Black Country heritage, the talk was detailed and absorbing.

 You can read more about the history of Stourbridge Glass at Kate's website.

 

 

 

 

The Gailey Whim Gin

Our second report detailing excavations and research of an 18/19th century 'whim gin' coal mine at Gailey is now available from the Reports page.