Brian Mitchell will talk about London Underground’s Telephone System. Also known as Emergency Traction Current Discharge System (ETCDS). This system allowed train operators to talk to signalmen and isolate parts of the line in case of emergencies. The system was introduced in 1901 and was eventually replaced in 2006. A system that worked effectively for Read more

Keith Herd – The Royal Navy into the Jet age. He will talk about the development of air capability in the Royal Navy and the problems encountered in launching and landing jet aeroplanes on the deck of aircraft carriers. Read more

Representatives of Wessex Water will attend to explain their future planning. Including steps to eliminate leakage and plans to prevent spillage and pollution of rivers and waterways. There will be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions. Read more

Richard Jotcham will unravel the mysteries of Tax Stamps. What are they? How are they used? How are they Made, and why are they special? Read more

A talk by Paul Jupp Read more

David Usher talks on the restoration of Hestercombe Read more

David Haselgrove gives a talk on South African plants and Alpines. Read more

Rogers Hirons – The Plant Doctor- Steps to make your garden less work and more time to enjoy it. Read more

.... a talk by Charlotte Howard Read more

.... a talk by Dr Julia Sutton Read more