The BB Society - Denys Watkins-Pitchford

Events

 

Visit to Norfolk - Saturday 28th September 2024


                       A rare opportunity to visit Burnham Deepdale, and experience the wonderful seascape of the                       foreshore which was so special to BB and which he included in his books and writings.

 The day commences at 10.30am arriving at Marsh Farm followed by refreshments, presentations and the option of venturing  out on the marsh under the guidance of Mark, and returning for the ‘Evening flight’concluding at around 6.00pm.

For details of directions, accommodation, or more information ring Gary Paul;
on 07909 565499 or David Osborne on 07775 731455.

 

Visit to Northumberland - Monday 4th November 2024


A similar opportunity to experience the Northumberland coastline, overlooking Holy Island where BB was a frequent visitor for wildfowling and sketching, which his experiences are outlined in his many books on the area.

The day commences at 7.00am at Holy Island causeway to see the morning flight of wildfowl, or 9.15am at the Lindisfarne reserve Office to join us for breakfast and the opportunity to see the area guided by Shaun, together with a number of presentations throughout the day followed by refreshments before the ‘Evening flight’ concluding at around 4.00pm.

For details of directions, accommodation, or more information ring Paul Ellmer
07799 158466 or David Osborne on 07775 731455.

 

Christmas Dinner - Thursday 5th December

This popular event in the build up to Christmas, features a full taditional Christmas dinner, with alternative options available, with full dietary requirements at Grendon Hall, Grendon, Northamptonshire at 12.30pm.

Cost including a welcome drink will be £25.00. Please notify the secretary of your attendance by 25th November with any dietary requirements.

 

 

 

 

Illustration by Denys Watkins-Pitchford (BB)