Sidmouth Books

This is another book in the Halsgrove Parish History series, reminding us of the people and events that have made our communities what they are today - celebrating the past and providing a stepping stone to the future. The photographs in this unique volume, many of them previously unpublished, are a vital record of the history and inhabitants of this ancient settlement brought together from across the community. Lying at the mouth of the River Sid, Sidmouth boasts a history of over 1,000 years. The beauty of its scenery - red cliffs, blue sea, golden sand and green hills - attracts many visitors. Today tourists are the town's main source of income, but the population is growing with new residents who appreciate the unhurried way of life, excellent walks and opportunities for recreation. The Book of Sidmouth is a celebration of the town and its inhabitants - visitors and locals alike - down through the centuries and up to the turn of the twenty-first century. All this, and much more, is...

This is a history of the Sidmouth International Festival in Devon - the longest running and largest roots and folk music and dance festival in Britain.