Programme of Events
Indoor events are generally free to BIAS members.
Events are at Keynsham in the Masonic Hall unless otherwise stated. Visitors are very welcome and are invited to make a donation of £4. Outdoor events are individually priced.
There is level disabled access to the room we use. And free car parking.
Covid-19 is still a threat. Please check before attending that you are Covid free.
The address of the Masonic Hall is 99 Bath Road, Keynsham, BS31 1SR.
keynshammasonichall.co.uk
By Car: From Bristol or Bath, take the Keynsham exit from the Broadmead roundabout on the Keynsham bypass. The Masonic Hall is only a few yards from the roundabout on the right.
By Bus: The X39 and A4 services link Keynsham to Bath and Bristol.
By Rail: It is quite a long walk, but there are direct regular services from Bristol Parkway, Bristol Temple Meads and Bath.
Devizes Wireless Station
14 February 2026 ; 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
A talk with illustrations by David Sabin of Mcifa Archaeological Surveys Ltd
This was an experimental early 20th century radio facility using the new Marconi technology, intended to be part of a world-wide ‘Imperial Wireless chain’ communications network linking London and the Empire. The vast local aerial north of Swindon was aimed at Egypt. Not much left on the ground now, but David has done extensive research and ground archaeology.
See also https://www.archaeological-surveys.co.uk/article/23/Devizes-Wireless-Station/