Southwell Civic Society, is an independent, non-political registered charity which works to protect the local environment. We collaborate with other groups which have similar interests and welcome new members.
We uphold the special character of the town of Southwell by:
- monitoring the quality and sustainability of new buildings, encouraging good modern design
- protecting the unique character and rural setting of the local environment
- ensuring the protection and conservation of old buildings
- recording the history of Southwell through a written and photographic archive
Since 1971 the Society has been consulted on planning matters by the Local Authority and actively participated in the development of Southwell’s Neighbourhood Plans. Changes to national planning policies and local government reorganisation mean that the next few years will require extra vigilance to preserve Southwell’s unique character.
A large collection of photographs from 19th century to the present, including the ‘Loughton Collection’, can be viewed on the Society’s website. A Society publication, ’Southwell – A Walking Tour’, a guided tour of the town can be purchased from the Cathedral Shop.
News of the Society, activities, events, and photographic archive can be found at: www.southwellcivicsociety.com
For further information contact: admin@southwellcivicsociety.com