NEW ! 2010 EVENTS LIST
Crich Tram way Museum
A Fabulous day of 1940's nostalgia as the tram
way museum steps back in time to the 1940's.
http://www.tramway.co.uk
1940s Weekend -
Sun 04th & Mon 05th April 2010.
&
14th &15th August 2009
Back to the war years this weekend with military
vehicles, soldiers and civilians, Parades.
Advance Re enactors Tickets available
from
the official Tramway museum web site at:
http://www.tramway.co.uk/smx/cms/events/)
download
the re enactors form by clicking here:
We would love to see you along and yes
please come in your 1940's gear and join the fun!
Crich is conveniently situated
close to many of the main routes running through the Midlands.
This makes it readily accessible from Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham,
Leicester, Stoke-on-Trent, Birmingham and beyond. Just 8 miles
from junction 28 of the M1, Crich can also be easily accessed
using the A38,
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The Glenn Miller Festival
"The best chance in the World to
hear the Legendry John Miller and his Orchestra at their very
Best.!"
TWINWOOD FESTIVAL
AUGUST 28th, 29th &30th 2010 incorporating
The Glenn Miller Festival Of Swing
In its9th year, this nostalgic, annual Swing,
Jazz & Jive music festival is now regarded by many as by far
THE BEST RETRO MUSIC FESTIVAL IN THE COUNTRY! Word has spread
globally, and many of our regular visitors come back each year
from the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and from all over
Europe to attend the Twinwood Festival. It is held at the stunning
location of RAF Twinwood Airfield and Twinwood Arena, near Bedford,
where Glenn Miller took his last flight. The emphasis is on
nonstop, high quality music from many top Orchestras and artistes
performing the great hits from the big band, swing and Jive
era.
.For full details and prices or to book online
for the event click the link below
You can also email info@twinwoodevents.com
or phone 01923 282725 to request the free brochure which will
be ready from January 2010
THE GLENN MILLER MUSEUM
Visit the Glenn Miller Museum at Twinwood Airfield
NEW WEB SITE!
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SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY 1940's Weekends.
 
26th and 27th June
&
3rd and 4th July 2010
1940's Weekends A nostalgic look at Britain
during World War II with period vehicles costumes and re-enactments.
The Engine House, Visitor & Education Centre at Highley, will
play host to some additional themed activities ( admission
charge and fares applies. see their web site for details).
http://www.svr.co.uk/
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Cosford Dance
Saturday 18th September 2010
"an absolute must attend event!"
The Nostalgia and Glamour of the 1940's comes
to life in the Atmospheric setting of The Cosford Aviation
Museum!
A Real Hangar Dance!
Live 40's Music
with Paul Drakeley and his All Star Band
and Singers
October 2010
A Fully Licenced Bar will be on tap all evening.
A Pig roast at a small additional Charge
Great prizes in the Evening Raffle.
Your Chance to win a Beautifil Artists
Reserve Print by Artist Steve Harper. It will be Signed
by Steve for the lucky winner of the Raffle to be held on
the evening of the dance. The Painting will reflect this years
theme of the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
(raffle Tickets will only be available
at the Dance on the evening)
Below Artist Steve Harper (right) with Chairman
Dave Leek at the unveiling of the Painting "Heritage
of Cosford's Finest" which was presented as a Print to
the winner of the Raffle in 2009.
(Click the picture above to read about
last years fabulous 2009 Hangar Dance)
Below the 2008 winner
Tickets only available by Advanced booking.
Contact the RAF Museum for details.
Strictly 1940s Dress Code
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If you need to arrange your hire for costumes
for any of the 1940's events listed on this page, a fabulous
range of 1940's clothing hire both Civilian and Military is
available from
"Ruffles"
If you need to arrange your hire
for costumes for any of the 1940's events listed on
this page, a fabulous range of 1940's clothing hire
both Civilian and Military is available from
For the best 1940s style Costume
hire for both ladies and gents, with friendly and
helpful advice phone
"Ruffles"
and speak to Sue and Glenn on
0121 588 3196
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Visit the Cosford Museum a Fabulous day out!
Museum Entrance is FREE! with a modest car
parking charge of £ 3.00 for a full day. Its a fabulous
day out for all to enjoy one of the Finest Aviation Museums
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Bantock House & Museum,
1940's weekend
(date yet to be confirmed)
An urban oasis that offers a chance to explore
life in an Edwardian home and discover the secrets of Wolverhampton’s
rich history.
Bantock House Museum & Park .Finchfield
Road . Wolverhampton WV3 9LQ
Tel: 01902 552195
Email: bantockhouse@wolverhampton.gov.uk
FREE entry
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MORE EVENTS HERE SOON!
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Brewhouse Yard
1940s knees-up
3rd May 2010
The Museum of Nottingham Life at Brewhouse Yard plays host
to a variety of events and activities throughout the year.
From the award winning 1940s knees-up in May to Christmas
at Brewhouse Yard there's something for all the family to
enjoy.
for details phone:
Enquiries:01159153600
Museum Of Nottingham Life At Brewhouse Yard Museum Address:Castle
Boulevard Nottingham NG7 1FB
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The Birmingham Back to Backs.
The event coincides with VE Week WW2 Celebrations.
8th May 2010
Organised by the National Trust.
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Tower Museum at Bassingbourn
(station 121war time home of the Memphis Belle
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1940's hangar dance
8th May 2010
A Fabulous Hangar dance in an original
war-time hangar to celebrate and commemorate the 65th anniversary
of VE Day
www.towermuseumbassingbourn.co.uk
for details phone
Tel: 07808 144 328
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THE HISTORIC DOCKYARD CHATHAM
VE Day Ball
- 8th May 2010
On the 65th Anniversary of VE Day, guests at the Ball will
be able to really get ‘In the Mood’ and dance the night away
at this 1940s themed evening dance, from 7.30pm to midnight.
The VE Day Ball takes place amongst authentic Second World
War artefacts and memorabilia, in the historic No.5 Covered
Slip at one of Britain’s leading maritime heritage destinations
and acts as a ‘taster’ for the Salute to the ‘40s weekend
event in September.
Salute to the ‘40s –
18th and 19th September 2010
Over the weekend of 18th & 19th September you will feel that
you have stepped back in time as you experience the increasingly
popular annual Salute to the ‘40s event. Period fashion, vehicles
and wartime entertainment will make it easy for you to experience
the nostalgia of Life on the Home Front.
tickets for both events can be bought on our website:
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"OPERATION TUTBURY CASTLE"
at TUTBURY CASTLE
Sunday 30th May and Monday 31st May 2010.
A festival of nostalgia with sights, sounds and smells of
the 1940's.
Re-enactors, ENSA Show, Battle skirmish, Military Stalls,
Living History Groups, Evacuees, Displays and Dioramas, Road
Run, Baby Boot camp and Much More.
Also Tutbury Village is holding a 1940's Day on Saturday
29th May 2010.
Re-enactors please contact Stewart on 07732458882
Stall Holders please Contact Rob on 07796324224
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MORE EVENT DETAILS COMING SOON!
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"WHEN THE LIGHTS GO ON AGAIN"
presented at the Harrogate Theatre
by the Harrogate Phoenix Players
from January 27th until 29th 2011
Final details and Prices yet to be confirmed
please contact organisers for details.
A fantastic show by Roy Sault which tells the
story of family life in England during the war years, culminating
in a VE day party. The audience is invited to sing along with
the songs in the show as they join the family on their journey
through the good times and the bad times and laugh at the humour
that saw the nation through those dark days. School concerts,
rationing, the Saturday Night dance, ARP wardens, air raids,
queues and Spam all get a mention. Then, of course, there is
the Camp Concert complete with the Sergeant Major and his motley
crew. A great night out for all!
For advance booking details please contact
harrogatephoenix@hotmail.com
or write to The Harrogate Phoenix Players,
7A Springfield Avenue, Harrogate, HG1 2HR.
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