Concorde – Icon of the Sky
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 […]
Talk Postponed due to Covid Issues – Memories of 50 Years as a Journalist
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.
Confessions of a Crossword Setter
A Talk by Tim Moorey. Tim compiles crosswords for the Times and Sunday Times, as well as The Week, Money Week and Newsweek.
AGM and a Talk about Memories of 50 Years as a Journalist
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. […]
A Magic Show
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!
Ballooning over Westerham and Beyond
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.
Talk – Cancelled
Unfortunately, due to a number of issues, we have had to take the decision to cancel the June Talk.
Ordinary People can do Extraordinary Things
A Talk by Anne Dickens MBE. Anne Dickins MBE was an endurance mountain biker who suffered a back injury that left her with a permanently weak left leg that prevented her enjoying her bike. A chance meeting as a volunteer at the 2012 Olympics with a GB Para Canoe Coach led to her being invited […]
Crime and the Craft ….. Masonic Involvement
A Talk by Mike Neville, Author and retired Scotland Yard Chief Inspector Mike Neville is an expert on the history of Freemasonry and the history of crime. He travels the world advising police forces and gives lectures on the subject. He is world-renowned for his ability to catch criminals with CCTV using ‘Super Recogniser’ officers. […]
The Long Walks – Land’s End to John O’Groats
A Talk by David Taylor-Smith. In July 2022, David Taylor-Smith completed a 1,200 mile walk from Land’s End to John O’Groats. The 85-day journey crossed three countries and 19 counties and he was accompanied by his wife, Jacs, and two dogs, Taitao and Mana. He raised £15,000 for charity. David set off during Covid […]