Hello and welcome to the home page of the Tiverton Civic Society

The purpose of this website is to explain who we are, what we are trying to achieve and to cordially invite you to join in our interesting and varied range of activities.

Our society dates back to 1968, when many local citizens became very concerned over the need to protect the local environment, and over the adverse effect of some planning decisions on the town. It was therefore agreed to form a local civic society to safeguard the future development of Tiverton and its nearby surroundings. “WATCH & WARD” became our motto, and since then a major feature of the society has been to remain alert to significant changes affecting the local environment, and prevent or reduce any adverse consequences arising from them. We are not alone in this concern – there are some 800 civic societies in England, all registered with our national body, the Civic Trust. There is also a very active group in the South West (including the TCS) called the “Outer South West Federation of Civic Societies” which meets regularly to exchange news and views and listen to authoritative speakers on important planning and related issues.

The Tiverton Civic Society is now a registered charity that cares for the beauty, history and character of Tiverton Town and its surroundings. We aim to protect and preserve the good things we all enjoy, and try to change or influence for the better features of life which cause general concern. We are totally non-political and can take a long term and independent view of the many changes that are now affecting us all

Looking ahead, in addition to our conservation role, we plan to channel funds from the many sources now available into worthwhile local projects which can benefit all local residents. To do this we need your ideas, knowledge and enthusiasm. Why not join us and help to make a real difference?