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Tolpuddle Martyrs

Martyrs and today's unionists

The Tolpuddle Martyrs were a group of agricultural labourers who were tried and transported to Australia for the 'crime' of trying to form a union. Their story is key to the formation of modern trades unionism.

Museum   Festival acts

The Museum

 

The Festival

Find out about the Martyrs' story, and visit the award-winning museum.
 
A major annual festival of music, drama and debate, every July in Tolpuddle.
 
Green camp   Online shop

Green Camp

 

Online shop

A union course for those who want to protect the environment by helping change the way we live our lives.
 
Books and memorabilia about the Martyrs.
> The complete range
> Clothing/hats
> Books/CDs
> Souvenirs/Gifts

 

The most recent documents available on this subject are:

Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival 2008 - 18th - 20th July
Details of this years Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival, including details of how to book your weekend camping tickets.
1 April 2008

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