Did an ancestor serve time for embezzlement? Was another transported to Australia for stealing a piano? Were there bigamists in the family? I love the baddies : there is always so much more written about them than the good, honest … Continue reading
This self-help group aims to give support to its members by sharing memories thus prompting recollections of our own past. Each month everyone reads something they have written and the Group discusses each piece and makes (helpful) comments. Some hope … Continue reading
We will examine the personality, the successes and failures of England's most iconic monarch. Recommended reading: Elizabeth I by Helen Castor ( 2018) Penguin Monarchs series. We are open to new members.
We normally meet on the first Thursday of each month (except January) in the morning mostly at 10.30am – but occasionally this has to be changed due to availability of venues or clashes of events. Members make their own way … Continue reading
We have talks on and discuss a wide range of maritime matters eg ships, ports and communications. Future subjects include “The Early History of Marine Radio” and “Weather Ships”. We would be happy to have some new members. Due to … Continue reading
We will be looking at how the English language has developed over the centuries starting with the Celtic and Roman influences, and progressing through Anglo Saxon and Middle English to the Early Modern Age. It is a fascinating story of … Continue reading
We will examine the personality, the successes and failures of England's most iconic monarch. Recommended reading: Elizabeth I by Helen Castor ( 2018) Penguin Monarchs series. We are open to new members.
We normally meet on the Third Thursday of each month (except December) in the morning mostly at 11.00am – but occasionally this has to be changed due to availability of venues or clashes of events. Members make their own way … Continue reading
Did an ancestor serve time for embezzlement? Was another transported to Australia for stealing a piano? Were there bigamists in the family? I love the baddies : there is always so much more written about them than the good, honest … Continue reading
