Heritage Matters Day

Join us on Saturday 4th July 2026 for our 'Heritage Matters' day, our in-person event all about work in the heritage sector. The event will see will see stalls, talks, demonstrations and films from organisations across the heritage sector. Great for those interested in volunteering and working within the sector, or for anyone who simply enjoys all things heritage!

The event will feature two talks of the day, for which booking is essential.

Book your places on the talks here

What will happen on the day?

• Stalls, talks, demonstrations and films from organisations across the heritage sector
• Two live talks of the day: one at 13:15 and one at 14:30
• Document Display of 'treasures' from the archives
• Handmade 'recipes from the archives'
• Free refreshments, donations welcome
• Discover more about your past heritage at the Gloucestershire Family History Centre, open from 10am-4pm

Talks of the day

• 13:15: 'A History of Berkeley Castle and Berkeley family in 15 documents' by Karen Davidson. 
• 14:30: ‘They don't make 'em like they used to: the history of Gloucester's numerous heritage crafts' by John Putley.

Booking is essential for the two talks. Book your place on the talks by clicking here.