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History society

AT the 8 April meeting, the society had the privilege of welcoming Dr Martin Bates, of the archaeology department of the University of Wales.

Martin is the leading archaeologist of a team researching the submerged lands surrounding the coasts of the British Isles in the context of similar sites both in Europe and worldwide.

Of the British sites, those adjacent to Borth and Tywyn are the largest and arguably the most significant.

The work of Martin and his colleagues is ongoing and there is still much to be revealed. The talk was far-ranging, exploring the topic from the formation of the submerged lands to their most recent geological evolution.

It included enthralling accounts of recently discovered traces of prehistoric animals and Neanderthal presence in the area. His talk was much appreciated by a large audience. As a preliminary, Martin spent the afternoon leading a group of members in a field study of the Tywyn area sites.

It was suggested that residents might be invited to participate as volunteers in a future excavation under the guidance of Martin and his colleagues.

The remainder of the meeting covered information and recruitment for three proposed summer trips, and an update on preparations for the Tywyn Town Trail project, which will feature a weeklong preview exhibition at the library in mid May and an opening ceremony in July.

The next meeting will be on 20 May at 7pm in the Baptist Church when the speaker will be David Mitchell, who will give a presentation on the history of the Talyllyn Railway.

All are welcome.

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