Events
PROGRAMME OF TALKS
Meetings are held at the Lingfield & Dormansland Community Centre, High Street, Lingfield
commencing at 8.00 p.m.
(doors open 7.30 p.m.) - there is a charge of £2.50 for non-members
2012
| Mar 12th | The Gentlemen's Magazine | Julian Pooley gives the history of this magazine, which is a wonderful resource for local and family historians |
| May 14th | English Inn Signs | Sussex historian Janet Pennington talks about the local and regional significance of these signs |
| Jul 9th | Francis Frith the Photographer | A talk by David Edney about the renowned Reigate photographer and his role in the invention of the picture postcard |
| Sep 10th | AGM | Followed by a talk - speaker to be advised |
| Nov 12th | Bodiam Castle | Geoff Hutchinson gives the history of this local castle |
VISITS
Wednesday 2nd May: GODALMING and THE WATTS GALLERY - An all day visit to this interesting town, starting at the museum (where there will be a special 'Titanic' exhibition) and followed by an hour-long tour of the town. After lunch we will visit the Watts Gallery (a centre for Victorian Arts and Crafts) at nearby Compton where, following a short introductory tour, you will be free to explore the Gallery, Chapel and visitor centre. Cost £17 per person.
Saturday 30th June: CRYSTAL PALACE PARK - Following last year's fascinating tour of the remains of Crystal Palace Park, Ian Bevan will show us around the rest of the grounds to include the Museum. Cost £10 per person.
Wednesday 11th July: GUILDFORD AND DAPDUNE WHARF - After a conducted tour of Guildford House Gallery (Grade 1 Listed) there will be a guided tour of "Hidden Guildford" which will finish about 12.30pm, giving time for lunch and further exploration before reassembling at 2.45pm to travel to Dapdune Wharf for a 90-minute cruise on the Wey Navigation. Cost £16.20 per person.
Non-members are very welcome on Group Visits (space permitting). If you would like to know more please contact us
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2012 EXHIBITION
To coincide with the Queen's Diamond Jubilee this year's exhibition will run from 3rd June to 10th June and the theme will be celebrations of past events, including coronations, jubilees and the Olympics.