HISTORY OF THE VILLAGE

Capheaton Village itself has a wonderfully rich history with settlements dating back to the Iron Age. In 1747, a Roman hoard of silver vessels were discovered, these items were handed over to the British Museum. The find, known as ‘Capheaton Treasure’, includes a plain patera and ornate silver skillets decorated with figures of classical gods and mythological subjects dating back to 200AD. This is the reason our address is ‘Silver Hill’.

Fast-forwarding to the 18th century, the village was rebuilt into the model village which has changed little over the years. Capheaton Village is still part of the Browne-Swinburne’s family estate, as it has been since 1270. Within the Village Hall, you will find a collection of photographs capturing village life throughout the years. Each telling their own individual story from the rich agriculture in the area to the legendary parties that the village and hall have been part of. The Village hall was built in 1921, and we, the community, are determined to see it stand for at least another 100 years. The Jives might have finished but the soul continues.