Brigg Amateur Social Historians (BASH)

Tue 7th Sep '10 - RAF Elsham Wold - Nov.1943 to May 1944

Illustrated talk by Ken Duddell

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For future events, see the diary

BASH was founded in October 2003. Its objective is to promote an interest and awareness in the local social history of Brigg and its surrounding areas, and to support traditional and historical events in its locale.

We have a variety of speakers covering a wide range of topics, we hold our meetings usually on the first Tuesday of each month (except July and August) at the Brigg & District Servicemens Club, Coney Court, Brigg., starting at 8 p.m.

Tue 6th Apr '10 - Yeller-Belly Years

The April 6th BASH meeting at Brigg & District Servicemen’s Club was "Yeller-Belly Years" - a talk by John Rhodes.

The talk was about John’s memories of growing up in Brigg in the years 1930 to 1950. He gave us snapshots of his early life as detailed his book "Yeller-Belly Years" (a title relating back the days when the Lincolnshire Regiment wore yellow waistcoats).

He described life in 29 Central Square, where he was born, and the importance of his grandparents, Granddad and Grandma Peck and Granddad Rohdes, in the family life He also recalled the morning when, strangely, his father had made breakfast - followed by his shock at then being presented with a new baby brother. He remembered the mysterious powers of Mrs Playfoot predicting (the fairly predictable) by reading tealeaves. And his days of conker collecting and conker fights, fish & chips for 3 old pence and the 2:00 pm matinees at the Grand cinema for just 2 pence.

John’s talk fascinated everyone for the entire time - and all without a single prop other than his book.

This BASH meeting was very enjoyable and was once again an extremely well attended event.

Sun 29th Nov '09 - November Ghost Walk

The November Ghost Walk was done in three groups, led by guides Josie Webb, Pat Parkinson and Brian Denison.

In the middle of the walk it seemed for a while that, and for the first time ever, the weather had got the better of us. But the rain went away, the brollies went down, the shower was forgotten and the walk continued as planned.

All of those on the walk that we spoke to afterwards said how much they had enjoyed the evening, finding it entertaing and informative.

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Tue 15th Sep '09 - B.A.S.H. Annual General Meeting

BASH AGM was held at the Nelthorpe Arms, Bridge Street, Brigg. Chairman Josie Webb said: "BASH had another great year in 2008/2009. Attendances at meetings had increased and we have had some very interesting speakers"

The highlight of the year was the V.E. night on May 8th. This has become so popular that people are already enquiring about tickets for next years event (which will be held on Friday, May 7th 2010).

The committee voted in for 2009/2010 are: Chairman- Josie Webb Vice Chairman - Brian Denison Secretary - Pat Parkinson Treasurer - Denise Torpey Media Contacts - Graham Austin & Phil Allen Posters - Chris Whitty & Caroline Sharpe Photographer - Kathleen Devai Buffets - Jean Neall

BASH has two new sponsors - Pol's Pantry and Colemans on Queen Street. The committee would like to thank all of the BASH sponsors for their help and support over the past year.

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Last modified 20 September 2009