Putting village on the map...
A new historical map of Weston village has been unveiled by the Mayor of Bath, Rob Appleyard.
At the same event, the Mayor announced a minute’s silence for Her Majesty the Queen, a wreath was laid, and prayers were led by the Rev Tom Yacomeni. There were then cheers for King Charles III.
The illustrated map, which has been placed on the wall of the parish hall, shows the whole Weston area, complete with information on local history and important buildings.
The historical map was produced by local artist Finola Stack, working together with local historians Mike Mccarthy and Michael Rockey, who are all part of the Future Weston community association.
At the unveiling, the Mayor said: “I am delighted to see the local energy and enthusiasm that has gone into creating this historical map of Weston Village.
“It provides lots of very interesting information for local people and for visitors to the area. My congratulations to all involved.”
Peter Heywood, chair of Future Weston, said: “I am so pleased that the map is now located in the middle of the village, where everyone can see it, including walkers on the Cotswold Way.”
The map was largely funded by the Local Councillors Fund, and also by the Weston branch of Tesco.
Weston councillors Shelley Bromley and Ruth Malloy added: “We are so pleased to be able to help build more awareness of the strong heritage of Weston Village through our support of this important project”.
Tea towels of the main image of the map are available for sale at Western Coffee Lounge, which is next to the pedestrian crossing in Weston Village.