ALVECHURCH Library is the proud new home to a collection of local history artefacts, supporting a much-needed relocation project in partnership with the Alvechurch Historical Society (AHS).

Following the loss of its long term base on School Lane, the society haver relocated hundreds of historical pieces to the library on Birmingham Road.

Artefacts available to view include a brick from the last burning at the Alvechurch brickyard, the golden key used at the opening of the Village Hall, April 27, 1929, milk and drinks bottles from local producers and a glass belonging to Martha Harber, a much loved resident who died in 1904.

Anne Humphries, chair of Alvechurch Historical Society, said: “We’re delighted that we were able to rehome so many of our artefacts that we have collected over the last 70 years.

Redditch Advertiser: Artefacts on display; Village Hall key (top left), Martha Harber glass and information board (top right), Alvechurch Brick (bottom left) and Alvechurch bottles (bottom right). Artefacts on display; Village Hall key (top left), Martha Harber glass and information board (top right), Alvechurch Brick (bottom left) and Alvechurch bottles (bottom right).

"The items on display at Alvechurch Library are of particular significance to the village and will hopefully be appreciated and enjoyed by existing library customers, school pupils, local residents and visitors to the area.”

The local history display cabinet, which was unveiled to the public on Tuesday, August 24, was made possible by funding from Bromsgrove District Council’s Equality Small Grants Scheme and Society funds.

It means that valuable artefacts of local significance can remain in the village for years to come.

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Councillor Matt Dormer, cabinet member with responsibilities for communities, said: “Worcestershire library service was delighted to be able to support the Alvechurch Historical Society’s relocation campaign and it’s wonderful to have pieces of local history available to view in Alvechurch library, at the heart of the local community.”

The Alvechurch Historical Society will continue to run and plans to meet at St Laurence’s Church hall, known as The Ark.

Anyone interested in joining the AHS can contact Anne Humphries by email on ahalvechurch@btinternet.com.