Watton Society visited a “Little Building with a Big Story” and what a story. Langham
Dome’s story began in 1918 with the birth of the air force through to being the closest
British base to Berlin WWII. Langham Dome is only a small part of what was an important
air base, covering the North Sea Coastal Defences. The presentation was very interesting,
extremely funny at times, and very well done. A most worthwhile visit. Our next meeting
is at 7.45pm on Wednesday 19th September, back at the Watton Christian Community
Centre when the speaker will be Mark Reynolds “My life in Cartoons”. Look forward to
seeing you all then.
Watton Society ‘s evening entertainment was performed by Bryan Thurlow, acting the part of Billy Jackson of Bethnell Green, London. His story was about when he and his sister were evacuated during World War II. Where they were sent and what happened to them and on their return to London the events of the bombing and what happened to the family afterwards. A very entertaining evening, very well performed. Our next evening meeting is a visit to Wymondham Abbey on Wednesday 18th July.
Watton Society were all let into the secrets of the Cheapside Hoard of London. Anne Bridge gave us a very interesting evening telling us the story of how the hoard was found in the early 1900’s, what it contained and the many possible reasons of why it was there and what happened to it afterwards. The intriguing mix of government, aristocracy and underhand dealings were very graphically presented and extremely interesting. Our next meeting is a visit to Carbrooke Church with an earlier time of 7.00pm on Wednesday 20th June. where we will learn of the connection with the Knights Hospitallers. Looking forward to seeing you all there. Check our website. www.wattonsociety.org.uk for details of future events
Watton Society enjoyed an evening out, visiting gardens in Norfolk, Suffolk, Lincolnshire, Northampton and Essex. A vivid description was given by Simon White from Beales Roses. A total of 28 gardens, including one no-one had ever seen. Each garden was described in detail, explaining the speciality of plants grown and why, with very clear pictures being shown, a delight for gardeners and non-gardeners alike. An extremely well presented evening. The one no-one had been to was his own. Beautiful. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 16th May, at 7.45pm at the Watton Christian Community Centre, when the speaker will be Bryan Thurlow – “We’ll meet again.” an evacuee’s story. Looking forward to seeing members and visitors then.
An interesting evening listening to the formation of the Thursday Club. A club run by volunteers to provide a chance for learning disabled people of all ages to meet socially. To take part in a variety of activities, go on outings, enjoy music/dancing or simply just chat. For more information contact Jane Sheldrake. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 18th April, at 7.45pm at the Watton Christian Community Centre, when the speaker will be Anne Bridge – “Lost and Found” – the mystery of the Cheapside hoard.
