The history of the landscape links one generation and the next, and is revealed and given voice in this wonderful history of Balsham. The reader can amble through its series of maps, each so detailed that it brings buildings, paths, fields and commons to immediate life
— Dr Susan Oosthuizen, Professor of Medieval Archaeology at the University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education

Balsham, a village story 1617-2017 is a celebration of historical research and writing with previously unseen photographs and memories with contributions from Charterhouse London.

  • Written by people of Balsham with careful editing by professional editor

  • A great resource for historians and genealogists interested in modern maps and family history

  • First-person accounts of houses by those who live in them bring this historical village to life

  • 204 images and 176 pages of original content covering farms, pubs, families, trades, streets and houses

  • Beautifully designed by professional book designer, Berenice Smith and featuring the latest map tech by GIS expert, Dr Seppe Cassettari and litho printed by The Langham Press

  • ebook option available too

 Our reviews speak for us...

A fascinating book, we are loving reading it. Many thanks to all involved.

 An amazing book. Huge thank you to all behind the scenes.

Thanks to everyone involved in the making of this lovely book. Will be purchasing a couple more for family who don't live in the village now.

Love it! Really well put together with tons of information. Fascinating

It's a fabulous book, I love ours. A big thank you and congratulations to all of you who made it possible, you did a great job for us and the generations to come. Well done.

A perfect present or why not treat yourself!