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In addition to our monthly meetings, each with an interesting talk, we offer many different events, outings and holidays that you might like to come along on. Click on the event title to see the event detail.
Thursday, 7 July 2022 Visit to Shell Grotto in Margate, Lunch and Ramsgate Tunnels Hidden underground, the magnificent Shell Grotto of Margate held its secrets of the past, until it was discovered in 1835. Approximately 4.6 million shells line the walls, ceilings, an altar, and a dome that opens to the sky. The entire grotto… Read More »Ramsgate Tunnels Trip
The talk will be given by:- John De Ronde "Tanzania and the Kilimanjaro Region ABC Dreams" Currently swinging between London and Tanzania, I came to Tanzania originally on a Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO) expedition in September 2007. I was assigned to the Marangu Teachers Training College, perched on the slopes of Kilimanjaro, to train staff… Read More »Monthly Meeting – Tanzania and the Kilimanjaro Region – ABC Dreams
Sunday 7 August 2022 Space Tithe Barn, Manor House Lane, Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4EN From 12.30 – 4.30pm, Tickets £20pp Please book with Chris ASAP by email or on 01372 879486 Cold Buffet, Vegetarian Options, Desserts Entertainment will be by The Mole Valley Brass Band Please bring plates, cutlery, glasses, drinks, tables and chairs space Our… Read More »Summer Event
The talk will be given by:- Callum Russell Callum is an experienced speaker on behalf of “Sight for Surrey” and is totally blind himself. “ Sight for Surrey” provide highly specialist support for people with sensory loss in Surrey. A large part of their life changing work depends on voluntary donations, which makes all the… Read More »Monthly Meeting – Sight for Surrey
4 Day Trip to the Peak District £419pp in a twin/double (£70 Single supplement) Itinerary DAY 1 - TRAVEL TO YOUR HOTEL DAY 2 - CHATSWORTHIn the morning, we visit Chatsworth, the family home of the Dukes of Devonshire. Our visit starts with a 90-minute private guided tour that includes the magnificent Painted Hall, regal… Read More »Peak District Short Break
Wednesday, 21 September 2022 Visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Details TBA
The talk will be given by:- Geof Roles "Notorious Soho" At the September meeting, Geoff will introduce us to some of the "highs and lows" in the history of "Notorious Soho". Geoff spent his professional life in the building industry. He was involved with many projects in the City of London and in the London… Read More »Monthly Meeting – Notorious Soho
Saturday 8 October 2022 Space TBA From 18.30 – 21.30pm, Tickets £TBApp space space space The event will take place at:
The talk will be given by:- Michael Gilbert "Exploring London through the Seventeenth Century" The talk will detail life as it was in the seventeenth century from both a Social and Historical viewpoint, bringing old London back to life.
The talk will be given by:- Mike King "The Sacred Art of Bodging" Mike has a long standing love of “Do it Yourself” and will give an entertaining talk on the subject, together with some of his experiences over the years.
This Trip is currently awaiting available dates from BMW. An update will be sent by Newsflash when we have more information.