Mark Stokoe will explain the passion and practical side of flying his Balloons. He will illustrate this with photographs of his flights. Come and enjoy Mark’s Stories.
Darren Filsell will present a mix of card magic and mentalism. Darren has had a passion for magic since his grandfather showed him his first trick at the age of 7. Since then, he has wanted to entertain people through this wonderful art of mystery and deception. Prepare to be amazed!
We look forward to seeing Members at the AGM starting at 7 pm to hear reports on the activities during the last year and to learn about the Committee’s plans for 2022. Members will be able to express views about the Society’s plans. Memories of 50 Years as a Journalist by Colin Maffham. Starting at 8 pm the …
A Talk by Colin Maffham. The Talk will also include references to newspaper proprietors Robert Maxwell, Eddie Shah and Vere Harmsworth, probably the best known newspaper group owners. The Talk will be rescheduled as soon as possible.
Guy Bartlett is an aviation historian and trainer with significant experience of public speaking. He uses archive film footage, technology, music, humour and a genuine enthusiasm to provide a fascinating insight into aviation-related topics. The fastest passenger aircraft of all time. First flown in 1969, this iconic plane was ahead of its time in many ways. Guy invites us join him on a journey of discovery …
A talk by David Gilmour David’s talk was planned before COVID 19 changed everything. His talk will cover the whole story of the Gunpowder Plot, which he knows very well having a family connection to it.
A talk by Ian Thomson Ian Thomson was a voluntary guide at Bletchley park for ten years and has been giving talks on Bletchley Park for over 25 years. His talk will cover how Bletchley Park started, it’s growth and achievements. The breaking of Enigma and other high level machines, some of the personalities and the effect of the …
In light of the latest Government restrictions on social gatherings and events we have had to cancel this planned Evening Talk. In addition, we have no option but to cancel the Society’s events planned for the balance of 2020 and this will, unfortunately, include our popular annual Churchill Dinner and the Members’ Christmas Social.