August 2025 Catch Up

No “Latest News” updates for a while could imply that Probus 83 is withering on the vine or in some catatonic state. 

The reality is that this year to date our monthly lunches and FFF (Family Finances Forum) meetings have been well supported and we have welcomed several new members.

Here’s a summary of our 2025 lunch meetings:

January 2025 Lunch

Our speaker: our fellow member Tony Mallard

The topic – “A policeman’s lot is not a happy one!”

February 2025 Lunch

Our speaker: Paul Whittle

The topic – “Steaming On” which is based on Heritage Railways

March 2025 Lunch

Our speaker: Richard Harris

The topic – “Victorians at Leisure.”

April 2025 Lunch

Our speaker: Andy Richardson

The topic – “Britain’s amazing aircraft industry – what happened?”

May 2025 Lunch

Our speaker: Pete Stammers

The topic – “How did WW2 end in Europe?”

June 2025 Lunch

Summer Guest Lunch

July 2025 Lunch

Our speaker: David Nicholson

The topic – “Brooklands, Birthplace of British Motor Racing.”

August 2025 Lunch

Our speaker: Ian Worley

The topic – “The fascinating life of Charles Darwin.”

The FFF (Family Finances Forum) has also held a full schedule of meetings but is currently enjoying its customary July/August summer break as members enjoy spending their winnings.