Wednesday 22nd July ~2:30pm (after the AGM) Working with the Royals in their Palaces and The ‘Out-Takes’! Brian Greenan is one of London’s most experienced Toastmasters and Masters of Ceremonies. Over the years he has built a unique portfolio, working with all the members of the British Royal Family, both in the UK and the US, … Read more
10 June 2026 at 2pm The work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission This presentation will provide an overview of the Work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission from past to present with reference to the sites and casualties it cares for. It will begin by discussing the conception of the CWGC by its founder … Read more
Wednesday 13 May 2026 at 2pm Daniel Keel will give an illustrated talk about Swans. Daniel is a local author, journalist, birdwatcher, and speaker who is an expert on swans. He will speak about these magnificent birds which are common in the South of England. Combining his knowledge of swans alongside his experiences among them … Read more
The Parsi Community of India and Pakistan 08 April 2026 at 2pm Ramji Abinashi, one of our members, will give a talk about the Parsis, an ethno-religious community of Zoroastrians primarily residing in India and Pakistan. These are descendants of Persian Zoroastrians who fled religious persecution following the Arab conquest of Iran between the 8th and … Read more
Tax, Care and Toy Boys Inheritance Planning 11 March 2026 at 2pm Lucy Goldsman, an Estate Planning Consultant with Co-op, will give a talk on Estate Planning. With over 14 years of experience advising clients on all aspects of Will preparation, Will trusts and Lasting Powers of Attorney, Lucy helps clients navigate this area of … Read more
A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie 11 February 2026 at 2pm Dr Kathryn Harkup, a former chemist turned writer and science communicator, talks about how Agatha Christie revelled in the use of poison to kill off unfortunate victims in her books; indeed, she employed it more than any other murder method, with … Read more
Across Africa in a Classic Aston Martin 14 January 2026 at 2pm Lift that winter gloom and attend this illustrated talk given by Robin and Charlotte Morrison, who will recount their adventures, as they navigated across Sunlight Africa in their 1970 Aston Martin. The route took them from the Atlantic Coast, through Namibia, Botswana, Zambia … Read more
Back by popular demand for a Pre-Christmas Special – David Tomkins 10 December 2025 at 2pm David is a speciality ventriloquist and comedy magician who offers fun filled entertainment. As a self-taught ventriloquist, he offers his audiences not only comedy puppet personalities such as Cheeky Dog and colourful Flamingo Mad Maggie, but also singing superstars … Read more
The work of the Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre 12 November 2025 Sian Bourn gives an insightful talk about work of the Dogs Trust. As the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, The Dogs Trust is dedicated to ensuring all dogs live a happy life, free from unnecessary destruction. They operate 21 rehoming centres across the UK and … Read more
Destined to Survive 8 October 2025 Jonathan Marshall MBE speaks about Solly Irving, a Jewish Holocaust survivor b1930 d2017. After being liberated from Thereseinstadt concentration camp Solly came to England with the first group of children to be offered a home here. Solly felt it was his solemn duty to speak about his experiences to … Read more