Welcoming you to the Tithe Barn
A Very Special Occasion!
On Friday 28th June, Tithe Barn Trustees, Friends of the Tithe Barn and members of Nailsea and District Local History Society came together for a very special event.
Hannah More set up her Sunday School, with the support of the Holy Trinity vestry, in 1792 and the Tithe Barn continued its role as a school, with many changes and developments, right up to the 1980s when it was an annexe to Hannah More and Grove schools.
The local education authority at that time was Avon County Council and it was through them that the Blue Plaque, recognising the important history of the Tithe Barn as a school, was installed.
When restoration of the Tithe Barn began in 2010, the Plaque was removed for safe keeping. It has taken some time to get around to replacing it at the front of the building but at last it is in its rightful place! Now, all those visiting the Tithe Barn can be reminded of its importance in the history of Nailsea.
The occasion was marked with great enthusiasm by Trustees, Friends of the Tithe Barn and members of the Local History Society.
We were also delighted to welcome Dr Kerri Andrew and Dr Sue Edney, each of whom shared insights into Hannah More's life and works. It was perhaps a surprise to many of us, just how far the recognition of Hannah has spread across the world through her philanthropy and extensive writing. It was a most enjoyable and informative evening.
In the Meantime
Dr Jo Edwards, the Chair of the Trust, has written a piece about Hannah More. As well as a fervent educationist, Hannah More was involved in a number of social movements of her day, including anti-slavery campaigns. Find out more about this fascinating woman by going to the History page
.