Secret Beccles: Secret

After a career in education, including ten years as a head-teacher, followed by work as an educational researcher, consultant and university tutor, Dr Barry Darch continues his life-long passion for local and family history. A keen supporter of the U3A (University of the Third Age) he has led groups researching the history of Beccles Public Hall and Lido. He is joint convenor of the Beccles U3A Family History Group, is chairman of the trustees of Beccles and District Museum and often gives presentations on the town's intriguing past. His recent MA dissertation (The Open University) focused on local adult education in the 19th century.

A fascinating exploration of the hidden, intriguing and lesser-known heritage of the Suffolk market town of Beccles.