Winter Programme 2026/2027
 

Unless otherwise indicated, all talks take place at the New Life Church (Tape Street, ST10 1LH) and start at 7.30pm. Annual membership is £10, visitors are welcome at meetings for a fee of £3.

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Participants join any visits on the understanding that in public places, neither the Society nor our guides can accept any liability for injuries incurred. Particularly when outdoors, participants are responsible for ensuring the safety of themselves and those in their care. Please take note of any safety-related information given below and/or at the visits.

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September 17th:
North Staffordshire Code Breakers at RAF Cheadle in WW2 - Jeff Neat

October 15th:
Reginald Mitchell & The Journey to the Spitfire – Joe Perry

Note: The September and October talks have been organised in conjunction with the Cheadle Discovery Group as part of the ‘WW2 Spirit and Hope of Cheadle’ project.

November 1st (Visit):
Sunday, 12pm. Apedale Heritage Centre, Loomer Rd, Chesterton. ST5 7LB.

A guided tour (underground) is available, at £10.00 for adults, £6.00 Senior citizens and children. Free entry to the museum. Café serves hot and cold meals.

November 19th: Social Evening

This meeting marks the 75th anniversary of the Historical Society. There will be a short talk about society followed by a social evening. Material from the Historical Society collection will also be on display.

December: No meeting
January: No meeting

February 18th:
Pugin’s Connections with Alton Towers – David Slade

March 18th:
The Cheadle Railway – Mike Plant

Annual Meal: Details to be confirmed

April 15th:
AGM followed by a short talk 

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