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All indoor meetings start at 7.30pm and are held at Kirton in Lindsey Town Hall unless stated otherwise.
Non-Members £2
October 2019
Jack Binns: from workhouse boy to wireless hero.
John Allen will be telling Jack's story from being born in Brigg Workhouse to saving over 1,500 lives on the RMS Republic in 1909 (still the largest high sea rescue to date). He was later offered a position on the Titanic which, fortunately for him, he refused. Interest in the sunken vessel still goes on, as it was reputably a `treasure` vessel delivering gold to the Tsar of Russia. Here's a short film of the attempts to recover the wreck and…
Find out more »November 2019
Treading the Boards in Georgian England
Actors and Theatres in Lincolnshire and the East Midlands. Neil Wright, author and local historian, will be putting the spotlight on the important part that theatre contributed to Georgian provincial life. A Scene from 'The Beggar's Opera' VI 1731 William Hogarth 1697-1764
Find out more »December 2019
Christmas Customs
Tom Lane and friends will present an illustrated talk with live music and song on the folklore, customs and traditions associated with the festive season. Mulled wine and seasonal refreshments will be served.
Find out more »January 2020
Annual Meal
We return again to Hemswell Court for our, now traditional, lunchtime meal. Booking essential contact Martin for more details.
Find out more »A Kirton Miscellany
Martin Hollingsworth will give an update on recent acquisitions, photographs and ephemera received by the Society.
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