Welcome to Carmarthenshire Antiquarian Society

The Carmarthenshire Antiquarian Society is one of the leading county history societies in Wales.

About Us

Founded in 1905...

The Carmarthenshire Antiquarian Society promotes and publishes research into the county's history and archaeology. We also encourage the preservation of local records, antiquities and objects of archaeological interest. Members receive the Society's long-respected journal The Carmarthenshire Antiquary and a monthly online newsletter plus a wide-ranging programme of informative talks, lectures, a themed annual conference and visits to historic places across the county and beyond.

Old map of Carmarthenshire

Join Us Today

We welcome all who are interested in the history and archaeology of Carmarthenshire and West Wales and invite you to join the Society.

How to Join

Journals

The county journal, The Carmarthenshire Antiquary, formerly the Transactions, has been published annually since 1905. The Antiquary is issued free to each member and now usually appears in November.

Full List of Journals

Upcoming Event

Carms Heroes & Heroines

"Study Day: Carmarthenshire Heroes and Heroines"


Date: Saturday 14th November 2026

Professor: TBC

Language: TBC

Location: TBC

Christmas Lunch

"Christmas Lunch and President's Address Saturday 5th December 2026, 12 for 12:30pm Christmas Lunch and President’s Address Speaker: President Thomas Lloyd, OBE, DL, FSA, Wales Herald Extraordinary Venue: The Red Lion Llandybie Contact: histcarms@gmail.com for booking form book by Nov 23rd latest Peter Rowland 07504038522 prowland49@gmail.com"


Date: Saturday 5th December 2026

Professor: President Thomas Lloyd, OBE, DL, FSA, Wales Herald Extraordinary

Language: English

Location: The Red Lion, Llandybie