The Probus Club of Huntingdon and St Ives
Meetings Programme 2019-2020
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Speaker |
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2nd April |
Nigel Macknight |
The World Water Speed Record Donald Campbell and his father Sir Malcolm Campbell dominated speed-record breaking for decades with their iconic “Bluebirds”. Their dynasty came to an end with Donald’s death on Coniston Water. Author Nigel Macknight leads a team that aims to regain the World Water Speed Record for Britain. He’ll talk about his own venture and of the Campbells.
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7th May |
Dr Mike Muncaster |
Music of the American Civil War The role that music played in the War plus musical illustrations.
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4th June |
Simon Dew |
Dews Coaches A family-run local private coach service with over 60 years experience in group travel in UK, Europe and World-wide.
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2nd July |
Prof Richard Sharpe |
Hops the Key to Beer Flavour
The brewing industry in a snapshot, the brewing process, the chemistry and botany of hops and their contribution to the flavour and aroma of beer.
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6th August Ladies' Summer Lunch & Carvery |
No Speaker |
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3rd September |
John Deekes |
Fenstanton & St Ives History Archaeology found on the A14, St Ivo, Capability Brown and lords of the manor at Fenstanton.
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1st October |
Bernadette Merry |
Scams Awareness Friends Against Scams aims to protect and prevent people from becoming victims of scams.
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5th November |
Mike Wabe |
Life and Death in a Victorian Gaol History brought to life with a range of objects used at the time.
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3rd December Christmas Lunch |
Nicki Sly |
About Alpacas A light hearted but informative talk. How the speaker ended up with alpacas, their history, and what they are used for.
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7th January 2020 |
Paul Wyer (Trust Promoter, Public Engagement) |
Wildlife Trusts Every Wildlife Trust is an independent charity. Volunteers work together to make their local area wilder and make nature part of life, for everyone. Paul wil talk about the Trust and hedgehog conservation.
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4th February President's Lunch |
Stephen Bridge (Former CEO at Papworth Hospital) |
The Fight to Save Papworth Hospital |
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3rd March |
No Speaker |
Annual General Meeting |