Research
Find out more about our research projects and resources.
One of the objects of the Society is to further research into Devon’s history.
The Society does this by encouraging and coordinating historical research amongst the membership. This takes place specifically through events in the annual programme designed to develop research skills, through peer review of articles submitted for The Devon Historian, and through the creation of opportunities to participate in collaborative research projects.
Explore our research and resources
Research Projects
One of the objectives of the Society is to further research into Devon’s history. View our research projects here.
General Resources
Various free resources that may be useful for research or perhaps just browsing.
Mapping Resources
Here we list links to website with useful mapping resources. These may be useful for research projects.
Latest news
DHS Book Awards 2025
The Devon History Society is delighted to announce the winners of our 2025 prizes for new writing about Devon's history. The standard was very high this year, reflecting the variety and quality of...
Award for Renowned Devon Historian
DHS were delighted to hear that Dr Julia Neville had been awarded one of two personal achievement awards given this year by the British Association of Local History (BALH). The formal...
Festival of Devon in the 1920s – February Update
The major Festival news over the last weekend has been the opening of the National Trust properties in Devon hosting 1920s related exhibitions. Four properties contribute to our picture of the...
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