Events

The title is a pun on the meanings of the word 'Gravity', but the talk will be a light-hearted look at what Gravity is.

Mosquitos were an essential part of Britain’s Air Force in WW2 but, being made of wood, none had survived. This project was to build a new one and regain its ‘Airworthiness Certificate’

The talk will include a brief history of English Bell ringing with a particular emphasis on its development at the time of the Reformation.

The Edwardian Gentleman’s Launch was the Rolls Royce of steamboat luxury. This is the story of the SL Shamrock.

Sustainability is often associated with reducing carbon emissions and adopting circular economy principles, but true sustainability extends far beyond environmental performance.

The finding of a number of postcards, all sent by one lady from around the world in the 1930’s started an internet investigation to find out who she was and how she came to travel round the world.

Providing an insight from an in-service lens in both the MOD and Devonport Management Ltd

Providing an insight from an in-service lens in both the MOD and Devonport Management Ltd

Whilst body armour is primarily designed to stop bullets and fragments, there are many other science and engineering challenges to consider.

This illustrated talk will detail the technical development of the Waterbird ‘hydro-aeroplane’ which first flew at Windermere in 1911 and of the replica which first flew at Windermere in 2022.

Nigel gave up his job to take part in the first three legs of the Clipper Round the World Race. Racing in the Clipper Telemed+. a 70 foot sailing boat.