Research
The Chevin Tower
Ian Castledine presented his findings on the Chevin Tower to the society in our February meeting of 2024. In the talk he offered a new theory based upon an examination of extant archaeology.
He very kindly agreed to his work being available as a download on our website.
Belper Nightwatchmen's Report Book
A full transcription and learning resource for the Nightwatchmen’s Report Book.
Local Wills
Belper Historical Society has produced a probate index detailing the wills held in the society archive.
Belper cemetery Project
A project set up by members of the Rotary Club of Belper and Duffield.
Mary Smedley Papers
Mary Smedley was Chairman of Belper Historical Society until shortly before her death in 2020.
Mary also had been the Manager of Strutt’s North Mill Museum and had carried out extensive research about Belper and its history over many years.
The society is happy to present some of her findings on these pages.
