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HISTORY INDEX :

In this section of the web site, we are putting together a series of articles which cover historical subjects relevant to Barford.

We also have a separate section of personal reminiscences by Barford residents. Click on the link top left.

If you'd like to contribute an article to these pages, please use the "Contact Us" link above, to get in touch.

• A brief history of Barford 
  
  

• History of Barford St Peter's School 
  
  

• George Hiorns, Soldier 1876 - 1916 
  
  

• Joseph Arch, 1826 - 1919 
  
  

• Barford village life in the 1830's and 40's 
  
  

• Dambusters Pilot remembered 
  
  

• Feature on Barford War Memorial 
  
  

• Thanks to Gord Pace, of Ontario Canade, who has contributed a feature page on the genealogy of Joseph Arch

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BARFORD HERITAGE GROUP :

WI Outing, 1926 Click for full size photo (25k)

Click here for our new website

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JUBILEE TELEPHONE KIOSK :

In 2010 the Parish Council agreed to to purchase the decommissioned K6 phone box on the Wellesbourne Road for the princely sum of £1 on condition that the Barford Heritage Group undertook its complete restoration and ongoing maintenance.

We have raised funds and spent about £1500 on the project and are using this iconic piece of street furniture as a display capsule. Featured so far have been an enchanting winter diorama of Barford in the snow; Valentine’s Day; Shrove Tuesday (pancake day), Mothering Sunday; Feed the Birds and May Day. Where appropriate, brief details of the history of the traditions have been included. The displays are designed to appeal to all ages but the birds and animals are especially loved by children.

There has been so much positive feedback. So, if Wellesbourne Road isn’t on your normal route through the village, its worth considering a detour.

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