Where there is a will...

there’s a way of finding out the secrets of the people who lived in Churchill and Sarsden 1500-1700
The Probate Group talked about their work translating ‘Secretary Hand’ into modern English. No mean feat! They reveal fascinating facts about what possession people had, what they bequeathed in their wills and what life was like in our village for those living up to five hundred years ago.

From Our Guest Book

  • "Very good new interactive displays, very comprehensive."

  • "Congratulations to all on this initiative.  So well-organised and user-friendly."

  • "Such a wonderful enterprise. The locality should be proud of it."

  • "A fine chance discovery"

  • "A little gem I didn't know existed."

  • "A fascinating visit. William Smith was a wonderful man! "

  • "Excellent to have this centre as a focus for Churchill's history - especially in relation to William Smith."

  • "Beautiful restoration, very nicely done! Unexpected hive of information."

  • "Great building, well restored. Charming!"

  • "Why haven't we been here earlier? We shall certainly return!"

  • "Lovely spot, so grateful this part of the old church was saved."

  • "What a lovely treat to stumble upon. Thank you for preserving a part of our Heritage"

  • "A fascinating display in a very beautiful setting."

  • "Beautiful setting, very peaceful & informative"

  • "Fantastic, absolutely first class. Most interesting and informative."