Forthcoming Talks :
History of Horse Racing in the Midlands
The day before Ascot our talk has a highly appropriate subject.
The earliest recorded horse-race in Birmingham, according to Chris Pitt and Chas Hammond, took place in May 1747. No doubt there were earlier outings, but the local newspaper - Aris’s Gazette - only began printing in 1741. Come along and find out more.
This talk replaces the previously advertised talk Midlands Lawn Tennis Heritage
Prime Ministers in the Midlands
David Howe lectures and writes on local history, notably education, politics and humour. He has just published a small book entitled Prime Ministers and the Midlands, to accompany this talk.
History of Civil Registration and Register Funnies
A Local History Centre morning talk, preceded by tea and coffee at 10am.
Images of Nature
Peter Preece is a wildlife photographer who, with his wife Margaret, has spent many years travelling around England photographing everything they found – insects to animals. Much of their work is done from bird hides situated in Warwickshire.
Quiz Night
A topical quiz. The evening includes a fish and chip supper and a raffle. Members & their guests only.
Daisy Countess of Warwick – an enigma
A Local History Centre morning talk, preceded by tea and coffee at 10am.
Acorns Charity
Providing care for the child and family.
Warwickshire Wildlife
Annual General Meeeting
The Swinging Sixties
Re-live your youth!
Murder and Manslaughter
Strange and unexplained deaths in Warwickshire and Worcestershire.
TBA
TBA
TBA
An evening of fun and mirth with 'Dandy'
Members & Guests only - by ticket, includes fish and chip supper and raffle.
National Memorial Arboretum
Created in 1997, the National Memorial Arboretum is a special place that remembers those who have served,and continue to serve, our nation in many different ways. The Arboretum is a unique haven of peace, contemplation and hope for the future. It consists of 150 acres of wooded parkland within the National Forest in Staffordshire.
