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Welcome to the web site of the
Southwick History And Preservation Society
Founded in October 2002

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OUR NEXT SHAPS EVENTS

Local Postcards

George Nairn, local postcard collector, will show some of the items from his vast collection. To be held at High Southwick Methodist Church Hall, Thompson Road, Southwick at 2pm on Saturday 6th February 2010. Visitors welcome.

Between October 2009 and 28th February 2010, SHAPS will be mounting its "Bridge to Southwick" exhibition, to celebrate the Centenary of Queen Alexandra Bridge. The displays can be viewed during normal opening hours at Monkwearmouth Station Museum, North Bridge Street, Sunderland.

SHAPS HAS ACTIVELY SUPPORTED THE DRIVE TO MAKE GOOD DAMAGE TO THIS MEMORIAL STONE TO

MINERS FROM WEARMOUTH COLLIERY WHO DIED IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR

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We are now in our 6th year since our formation in October 2002. Your current SHAPS Committee Members:-

Who are We?

Southwick History And Preservation Society (SHAPS) is an organisation committed to promoting and raising awareness to the positive aspects of Southwick on Wear. We are a non-political and non-religious Society. Chairperson Ms. Pamela Tate (click on my name to email me).

Where are We?

Southwick-on-Wear is a community which, since 1928, forms part of the City of Sunderland,

on the North bank of the River Wear, in the North East of England.

Our Aims and Objectives

To promote Southwick in a positive manner and be involved in influencing the decisions which are made about its future. To encourage the younger generations to be aware of their local area, and support the older generation to take an active role in preserving aspects of Southwick’s past and giving their views about its future.

How We Can Achieve Our Aim

. Provide advice and information regarding Family and Local History of the area.
. Provide a focal point for local opinions on issues regarding the development of Southwick’s future appearance, amenities and community cohesion.

. Raise awareness in the local community regarding proposals for redevelopment in the area.

. Contribute to the local schools education programme regarding their local environment and history.

. Actively support the preservation and conservation of buildings of historic and cultural interest.

. Raise awareness locally of Southwick’s rich past via a variety of methods, e.g. talks, walks, slide-shows, photographic exhibitions, booklets, social events, outings, etc.

. Encourage a diverse membership, including people who can offer a range of knowledge interest, commitment and skills, to ensure the continuity of an active group.

.To create an interesting and educational web site to promote Southwick to a wider “audience”. - YOU HAVE ALREADY FOUND US!

Most of our events take place within Southwick and the venue will change to suit the subject of the event.

A Blue Heritage Plaque for Holy Trinity Rectory, to acknowledge the link to Lewis Carroll, author of the ‘Alice’ books, is now installed. A ceremony took place on May 14th 2005 with the Mayor and Mayoress of Sunderland in attendance!

You can write to us at: SHAPS, c/o 165 Queen Alexandra Road, Sunderland, SR3 1XN. You are also welcome to contact us at one of our meetings, or email us at the link on the left.

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WEB DESIGNER, click on my name to email me: BRIAN HUBBARD
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Please use this forum facility to let us know about your ties with Southwick, why is Southwick special to you? If you are researching your family history, we, or one of the visitors to our site may be able to help.