Please make a selection here:

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

March 2010

THE SWINGING BLITZ BALL at Whitworth Civic Hall, Nr. Rochdale, Lancs on Friday the 12th March 2010. Dancing to the Swing Commanders and GI-Jive Disco. Tickets are Ł15 and this includes supper. Doors open 7.30pm tickets in advance, 40’s dress and uniforms encouraged Tel Jim/Susan 01706 853479 01706 854777 or mobile 07973 421145

CHARITY EVENT for Barnoldswick and Earby Bosom Friends local cancer support group at the Rolls Royce Ballroom, Sports and Social Club, Barnoldswick on Saturday 13th March 2010 from 7.30 onwards. Featuring “The Swing Commanders”. Great sprung dance floor. Ł10 per ticket or Ł12.50 on the door. For more details and tickets ring Sally 01282 812796 or Mary 01282 814917.

MARCH INTO THE 40s - Stomping at the GER Club, Robingoodfellow Lane, March, Cambs PE15 8HS from 2pm to midnight on Saturday 13th March 2010 Music by the fabulous DJ GI-Jive and guest appearance by the lovely Miss Lola Lamour. Lindyhop dancing lessons for beginners and intermediates between 2pm and 5.15pm with Mark and Hoc, Julie and Rowley from the Cambs and Beds Lindyhop Experience. Short WW11 film shows at various intervals throughout the afternoon. Dave the spiv will be around all day. Outside catering available between 2pm-10pm. Please do not bring your own drinks, the bar will be open during the afternoon and evening. Ticket price Ł12.50 (in advance only) non returnable. All profits will be donated to: Help For Heroes and The East Anglian Air Ambulance. Enquiries: Josie Howe 01733 245929 or Dave Roberts 01354 660688

LINDY LOUNGE BALL at Bury Town Hall, Elizabethan Suite, Knowsley Street, Bury BL9 OSW on Saturday 13th March 2010 - 7.00 pm until midnight - With the fabulous Suburban Swing Orchestra - DJ Dr Sid playing tunes from 1920's to 1940's - A fantastic night is in store with lots of surprise - Tickets Ł12 - For tickets and enquiries contact: Jekaterina or Michael on 07940 704421 or 07940 704308 or email: lindyhopers@yahoo.com

SOME SUNNY DAY - A tribute to Dame Vera Lynn and Women in War on Sunday 14 March 2010, at the Joseph Rowntree Theatre, YORK from 7.30pm. Dame Vera’s spirit and verve, along with her ability to connect with the men fighting for their country and those left behind praying for their loved ones, made her the 'Forces' sweetheart'. Listen again to the songs that she will always be associated with, such as 'We'll Meet Again' and 'Yours'. Re-live the many ‘hits from the blitz’ with heart rending songs, songs that will make you laugh and songs that will make you proud. Enjoy the amusing monologues and stirring speeches of the day. Meet the many women who contributed to the war effort by entertaining us at home and the troops fighting around the world. Who can forget Elsie & Doris Walters, The Andrew Sisters, Gracie Fields, Ann Shelton, Marlene Dietrich, and other wartime favourites (including a few men!). TRULY A NIGHT TO REMEMBER! Tickets Ł8.00 from box office York Theatre Royal, 01904623568 or on line www.yorkmusicaltheatrecompany.co.uk

BOOGIE SHACK FRIDAY’S – Monthly Swing Dance night at the Hertford Heath Village Hall, London Road, Hertford Heath, Hertfordshire, SG13 7HR on Friday 19th March 2010 - only Ł7.00. Features Guest DJ’s and/or live bands. Free Drinks & Snacks or BYOB. 8pm – Midnight - only Ł7.00. Contact JiveSwing.Com – 01438 718906.

BOMBER COUNTY SWINGJIVERS AND DJ MAJOR SWING are holding a social dance on Friday 26th March 2010 at the Bourne Abbey Church Hall, Church Walk, Bourne, Lincolnshire, PE10 9UQ. Music from the 1930's'40's and '50's, incorporating most dance styles. Swing, jive, stroll, or rock 'n' roll the night away. Bring your own drinks and nibbles as there is no bar. Dress to impress 1930's/1940's/1950's style, uniforms, civilian or smart. 7.30PM-11PM, Entry Ł4.00 each Contact Jakki on 01778 341631 for more details or email jakandmick@talktalk.net

THE PALM COURT DANCE ORCHESTRA are organising a 1940’s event on Saturday 27th March 2010 with Paul Harper at the Queen’s Hall, Immaculate Heart Church, Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 6LE from 8pm – 11pm. Dancing and cabaret – period dress – licensed bar. Tickets Ł12 available in November In support of Help For Heroes. Further information and Tickets from www.northleedsmusic.org/tickets or email: hoc@northleedsmusic.org or telephone 0113 293 6585.

STAGE DOOR CANTEEN in conjunction with the U.S.O. invites you to a FREE night of entertainment at Pratts Bottom Village Hall, Kent on the 27th March 2010 from 7.30pm ‘til Midnight. Hosted by Mrs D & her Doughnut Dollies. Music by 3 fantastic DJs: Rick’s Community Swing, Swing Shift Chris and Slick Nick. Hot Food, Beer & Refreshments for sale or bring your own drinks. Free Doughnuts plus a raffle in aid “Help for Heroes”. Dress code is strictly 1940’s allied uniform or civilian. FREE tickets available only from 020 84602830 or visit www.stagedoorcanteen.co.uk

1940's DANCE NIGHT - Once again be a guest of the Andersons at our 1940's Dance Night at Outwood Memorial Hall, Outwood, Nr Wakefield. West Yorkshire. A map will be sent with all tickets. Presenting the Glen Miller sound with THE OCKBROOK BIG BAND with Mr DJ himself MAJOR SWING. All popular dances including: Jive, Strolls, Ballroom and Swing and many more dances from the 1940's. Saturday 27th March 2010 from 7.30pm till 11.30pm. Tickets are now on sale. Ł11 without meal and Ł13.50 includes one of the best award winning pies with peas from Gledhill's. When ordering choose from Meat & Potato, Pork Pie or Vegetarian pie (accredited). Our Charity is Macmillan Cancer Support, the 3 previous dances have already raised over Ł1200.00. . All our dances have been sell out's so please don't be disappointed book early. Contact: Ambrose Anderson on: 01977 790630 email: ambrose@1940s.info or George Anderson on: 01924 370464 email: george@1940s.info or visit our website: www.1940s.info

SWING DANCE - In association with The Village at War at Stoke Bruerne, we are having a Swing Dance on 27th March 2010, 7.30pm thru to 11.30pm at Roade Village Hall, NN7 2LS. The fabulous Miss Lola Lamour will be singing the music of the 30's 40's and 50's. JP play's the swing music of the era. Licensed Bar , Tickets Ł10 each including light supper (if brought before 20th February, thereafter Ł12 each). For further details and tickets please call Jenny 01327 340492 or Stoke Bruerne Museum, 01604 862229.

THE SPITFIRE BOUNCE on the 27th March 2010 at The Slade Green Community Center, Bridge Road, Erith, Dartford, DA8 2HS. 3 Top DJ's - Reverand Boogie - Miss Cherry Red & Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie". Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. SWING, JIVE & BOOGIE all night to 1940s & Early 1950s Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862. www.spitfirebounce.com

1940s JACOBS JOIN at the Fulwood Conservative Club, Blackpool Rd, Preston PR2 9AE with music from the world renown DJ Tomcat-le -Tache on the 27th of March 2010 from 7 30 till late, Bar extension. Dress to Impress. Tickets Ł4-00 from Dave on 07885677773 or drop an email to secwestlancsmvt@uwclub.net

DEAN COLLINS SHIM SHAM WORKSHOP at Warehorne village hall Warehorne Ashford TN26 2LH on Sunday afternoon from 2pm to 5pm the 28th March 2010. Admission Ł5 includes tea, coffee, cake & squash. For more information tel U.S.O. dance team on 01233 860 564 email info@usoshows.com web www.usoshows.com

April 2010

40`S NIGHT on Saturday 3rd April 2010 in aid of Skegness National Coastwatch to be held at `The Crown Hotel`, Drummond Road, Skegness, Lincolnshire. Time 7.30pm. Disco by `Kings of Swing`. There will be a Quiz and a Raffle. Food will be available at the NAFFI. Period costume optional. Tickets Ł6.00. Tickets will be on sale on the door as well as from either Sue Clarke tel: 01507 475804 or Jack Wise tel: 01754 876951 or contact susanclarke1970@btinternet.com for further information.

EASTER 1940s WEEKEND on the 4th and 5th April 2010 at Crich Tramway Village, Crich, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5DP. Back to the war years this weekend with military vehicles, soldiers and civilians. All guests handed an I.D card and ration book on arrival to prevent spies. See the trams ready for war with street re-enactments throughout the day. For further information Tel: 01773 854321 or visit www.tramway.co.uk

HOP 'TIL U DROP JIVE & SWING DANCE on Saturday 10th April 2010 from 8pm 'til Midnight with The Ding Dong Daddio's Live Band + Swing DJ. Licensed Bar (please don't bring your own drink). Entry only Ł12 on the door at The Weatherley Centre, Eagle Farm Road, Biggleswade, Beds. SG18 8JH. For more information Tel. 01763 242949 or E-mail: info@getintheswing.com

'WHEN THE LIGHTS GO ON AGAIN' a Play by Sutton Amateur Dramatic Society April 14th to 17th 2010 commencing at 7.15pm at Sutton Village Hall, Sutton in Craven. Music and dancing from the 1940’s. Tickets available from Bryan Blackie 01535 632289

BOOGIE SHACK FRIDAY’S – Monthly Swing Dance night at the Hertford Heath Village Hall, London Road, Hertford Heath, Hertfordshire, SG13 7HR on Friday 16th April 2010. Features Guest DJ’s and/or live bands. Free Drinks & Snacks or BYOB. 8pm – Midnight - only Ł7.00. Contact JiveSwing.Com – 01438 718906.

1940’s DANCE with the Locarno Big Band at the Colchester Institute on Saturday 17th April 2010 from 8.00pm to 11.30pm. Prize Draw for best 40’s Dress or Uniform. Tickets Ł10.00 from Headway Town Office, 58b Head Street, Colchester, CO1 1PB. Cheques with s.a.e made payable to Headway Essex. Further details tel: 01206 547616 or email: town.office@headwayessex.org.uk.

A NIGHT OF 1940'S HOLLYWOOD GAMOUR at Sellindge War Memorial Hall, Sellindge, Nr Ashford Kent on April 17th 2010 from 7.30-11.30 admission Ł8.00. Join the Canterbury Hep Cats for a night of 1940's Hollywood Glamour. We will be taking a Hollywood style black & white photo of you in your stylish attire as you arrive and will be printed out for you later in the evening. Our cigarette girl will be passing out complimentary souvenir sweet cigarettes and bars to all. Your host, Tiger Terry, will lead a DJ Jamboree of the finest swing DJ's for your dancing pleasure. Come early and get top vintage glamour hairstylist, My Old Dutch, to glam up your hair & make up or to purchase stylish clothing from our 2 vintage clothing stalls.30's Charleston Cabaret and special guests will add to the evening. Dress to impress in your stylist best and we'll see you there. Contact Terry on 07977651517

GRAND HISTORICAL BAZAAR at Wimpole Hall, Cambridgeshire SG8 0BW, 11am to 5pm on 17 - 18 April 2010. EventPlan's second annual multi-period bring and buy sale for re-enactors and historical enthusiasts in London, the Home Counties, South Midlands and East Anglia. Very popular with '40s enthusiasts, this bazaar is a chance for re-enactors and living history fans of all eras to empty out those cupboards full of spare or no longer needed uniforms, equipment, weaponry, antiques, Militaria, model soldiers, pictures & prints, books, CDs, DVDs, games and the like - indeed, anything historical* or historically-themed* and sell, barter or swap them with fellow re-enactors (and around 4,000 other visitors) at this picturesque venue with excellent facilities. * certain exceptions apply eg Nazi party or SS related items. No non-historical items for sale. Come and browse the stalls, or set up your own (ideally in period clothing and preferably with period tent and or table, but definitely no car boots!), and enjoy a start of season social. Modest pitch fees apply (discount for both days and for advance booking). Professional historical traders and group Living history displays also welcome. National Trust restaurant, cafe and shops on site. Modest admission fee and visitor car parking fee applies, National Trust Members free. For more information please visit www.eventplan.co.uk/WimpoleBazaar2010.htm or call 01509 815645.

THE LEEDS (MORLEY) ST. GEORGES DAY CELEBRATIONS is on Sunday 18th April 2010 from 10.00 till 16.00. This event will raise funds for a service charity and is supported by the R.L.B. Leeds rifles Assoc & the Royal Society of St. George. The event will take place at the Morley Rugby Ground, Skatchard Lane, Morley, Leeds, West Yorkshire and is free to enter The event is a multi-period living history as previously, but this year’s theme is WW2 and is aimed to raise funds for the charity "Help for Heroes". WW2 re-enactment groups are invited to be part of a living history vignette to depict the 1939/45 period & are invited to take part in the Mayors parade. It is planned to put on a battle depending on the numbers & budget. Re-enactment groups will also be presented to and inspected by the Lord Lt. of West Yorkshire. For more information please contact Ken Morley by email at kmorley@2zpromotions.co.uk

THE OTFORD 1940s SWING DANCE on the 24th April 2010 at The Otford Village Memorial Hall, High Street, Otford, Kent, TN14 5PQ. 3 Top DJ's - Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie" Plus Two Guest DJ's. Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Raffle in aid of THE NOT FORGOTTON SOCIETY. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. THE BEST 1940s SWING Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862

SPIRIT OF THE 40’s BLACKOUT BLITZ a completes 1940’s experience with music and dancing from the era. On Saturday 24th April 2010. At the Quarry Bank Inn, Bloomsbury Lane, Altringham, Cheshire, WA15 6NY. Further details contact Alan or Lesley Bates on: 0161 976 2588

THE FORTIES EXPERIENCE WEEKEND being held on 24th & 25th April 2010 will be the fourth successful annual event organised by the Lincolnsfields Children’s Centre Charity at their historical site in Bushey. (Bushey Hall was Wartime H.Q of the 8th USAAF Fighter Command), This show, located on our 17 acre site, which has steadily grown in popularity since it started, will include some 300 civilian and military Living History re-enactors who will bring to life the war years. You will meet soldiers, sailors, pilots, civilians (including spivs, housewives and ARP wardens). As part of the entry price you can visit the 1940’s house, wander through the Dig for Victory garden with its original Anderson Shelter. Your children can take part in a lesson in the Evacuee's School in the village hall. The whole family can learn all about “Make Do & Mend”, see the militaria display, learn about the secret history of Bushey Hall- enjoy one of three Old Time Music Hall shows with Forties Songstress – Fiona Harrison and then maybe go behind Enemy Lines to see portrayals of the Axis Forces and visit a bombed –out city street somewhere in Europe, watch a battle re-enactment.. A great, fun, inexpensive day out for the whole family – the only extras you might choose to pay for will be period refreshments in our NAAFI café and other full refreshment facilities, a 1940’s Kiddies Funfair with a few “ rides,” or try your luck” and vendors’ stalls selling period memorabilia and artefacts. There will be no Dinner Dance at this years show but there will be an evening marquee licensed bar serving modern hot meals – complete with musical entertainment! If you can’t get along to this great show on 24th / 25th April then you can still enjoy many of these experiences at our Forties Experience Open Days which take place on the last Sunday of every month throughout the year. For information visit our website on www.fortiesexperience.co.uk . Tel: 01923 233841.(Children’s Charity Reg.No 298392)

GRAND HISTORICAL BAZAAR at Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton, Nottinghamshire NG22 9DF, 11am to 5pm on 24 - 25 April 2010. EventPlan's second annual multi-period bring and buy sale for re-enactors and historical enthusiasts in the Midlands and North. Particularly popular with '40s enthusiasts, this bazaar is a chance for re-enactors and living history fans of all eras to empty out those cupboards full of spare or no longer needed uniforms, equipment, weaponry, antiques, militaria, model soldiers, pictures & prints, books, CDs, DVDs, games and the like - indeed, anything historical* or historically-themed* and sell, barter or swap them with fellow re-enactors (and around 4,000 other visitors) at this picturesque venue with excellent facilities. * certain exceptions apply eg Nazi party or SS related items. No non-historical items for sale. Come and browse the stalls, or set up your own (ideally in period clothing and preferably with period tent and or table - marquee spaces available but definitely no car boots!), and enjoy a start of season social. Modest pitch fees apply (discount for both days and for advance booking). Professional historical traders and group Living history displays also welcome. Restaurant, cafe and shops on site. Modest visitor car parking fee applies For more information please visit www.eventplan.co.uk/RuffordBazaar2010.htm or call 01509 815645.

“YOU MUST REMEMBER THIS” a 1940s Weekend April 24th & 25th 2010 at the Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley & Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST10 2HA. Once again we turn back the clock as we recreate the spirit and atmosphere of a nation at war. Join with us as our sleepy rural railway comes alive with re enactors, military vehicles, 1940s entertainers, field kitchens, 1940s Markets, evening troop trains, special V I P appearances and much more. No need to book just come along trains depart from 10.00am on both days. Re enactment groups, Military vehicle owners and 1940 Stall holders wishing to attend please contact Chris Fletcher event organiser on 01538 360522 or email chris.fletcher@churnetvalleyrailway.co.uk to apply for a registration form or visit www.churnetvalleyrailway.co.uk

May 2010

“MAY DAY, MAY DAY CHARITY BALL” and includes a three course dinner and dancing to a live 16-piece band on Saturday, 1 May 2010. The setting for this event is the stunning Hangar One at the Aviator Hotel, Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN. Sywell Aerodrome opened in 1928 as a private airfield, played an important role in training pilots & aircraft maintenance in the second world war and the hotel reception is the original 1930's Art Deco arrivals & departures building. Hangar One is an original WWII hangar which has recently been refurbished to a very high standard that makes for a stunning venue. During the daytime Sywell Aviation Museum will be holding an open day, so why not make a day of it! The ball theme is 1940’s wartime, so we expect lots of the guests to dress in period clothing and military uniforms, otherwise evening dress. The featured band will be “The Silver Wings Swing Orchestra” with singers. This is a professional band led by the renowned trombonist Marcus Reynolds who studied at the Royal Military School of Music and has played on the QE2, BBC’s Come Dancing, West End theatres, Bert Kempfert Orchestra, Memphis Belle Orchestra, touring with the Blues Brothers Tribute Band to name a few. In recent years he has pursued a solo career both at home and abroad, has sold over 27,000 albums and has recently returned from playing as a guest soloist at the Glenn Miller festival in Clarinder in the USA. The band is made up of the cream of big band musicians. The evening will also feature Paul Harper, who specialises in 1940s music and will be familiar to those who have attended similar events. Tickets are Ł55 (Ł50 before 1 February 2010). To book please call 01858 436919.

ROUTE TO VICTORY VE65 is a 3 day event on the 1st, 2nd & 3rd May 2010 for Military Vehicle owners and Re-enactors. 2 private days of Historic Vehicle Convoys that visiting relevant historical sites in the Kennet Valley and Salisbury Plain area. The third day is the big public spectacular in Ramsbury, with static Living History Displays, arena displays, flying displays and a Parachute Drop. The Base and Show Field for the three days is “Camp Ramsbury” a large field at the back of the Village next to the Primary School. This field was the historical location for the 506 PIR 101st AB Div and was later to become the home of 2nd Parachute Squadron RE. Please note that both Saturday and Sunday day time activities are exclusive to military vehicle owners and re-enactors only attending the event. The evening activities are open to the Public as is the main public day on Monday 5th May. For More information visit: http://www.routetovictory.co.uk/about.php

STEAMING THROUGH THE 40’s - on the weekend of Saturday 1st to Monday 3rd May 2010 at the Bodmin & Wenford Railway, General Station, BODMIN, Cornwall, PL31 1AQ. Join our annual return to the wartime era, with re-enactments along the line, musical entertainment, air raids, period costume, etc. There will be an Evening Special Train and an 18-piece Swing Band Evening. Further information: telephone 0845 125 9 678 or email enquiries@bodminandwenfordrailway.co.uk

HAWORTH VINTAGE FAIR - Sun 2nd May & BH Mon 3rd May 2010 from 10am to 4pm - Admission Ł1.50. Haworth Vintage Fairs take place at The Old School Rooms next to the Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth, West Yorkshire. The vintage fairs have lots of lovely stalls selling fashion, collectables and household items from a bygone era and specialising in 1940s and 1950s. Whether you are looking to buy something different or if you have anything you wish to sell, why not pop along. This is a lovely social event where re-enactors can dress up and get together for a catch up over a delicious cuppa and slice of homemade cake from the vintage style cafe. Further details can be found on www.haworthvintagefairs.co.uk or contact Pam Howorth 07811 213716.

MIDDY AT WAR – The Mid-Suffolk Light Railway 1940’s War Weekend takes place on the 3rd & 4th May 2010 at the Brockford Station, Wetheringsett, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 5PW. US WWII vehicles provide a display and 1940’s re-enactors interact with the visitors to provide a nostalgic feel to a fun weekend. For more details email Michael at the.argents@btopenworld.com or visit www.mslr.org.uk

VE DAY DANCE at Audley End Airfield, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4LH on the 8th May 2010. Dancing to John Miller and his Orchestra. More details to follow. Prices TBA. Tel 01799 510756 or email linda@vintagefabrics.co.uk

65th ANNIVERSARY V.E. DAY DANCE with the "Crown Top Kings" and '40's D.J. "Big Jive Eddie" on Saturday 8th May 2010, 7:30 p.m. till Midnight. Hot Pot Supper. Tickets only Ł7.50. Bents Lane Social Institute Ltd, "The Rat Pit", Bents Lane, Bredbury, Stockport SK6 2NJ. Further details tel: Eddie on 07811 951 601

1940's EVENING on Saturday 8th May 2010. Entertainment by the Ever Popular Miss Lola Lamour. Sausage & Mash Supper but bring your own drinks. Doors open 7.00 pm till late at the Coronation Hall, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, Nr Thorpe Camp. Admission By Advance Tickets Only Ł10. Profits to: The Fire Fighters Charities, L.I.V.E.S First Responders and The Lincolnshire Autistic Society. More info and tickets from Pat & Ray Tel: 01526 353 183

V E NIGHT DANCE - Saturday 8th May 2010 at The Kings Hall, Stoke on Trent featuring The VCO Bigband plus GI Jive. Tickets Ł12.50 so book early. Proceeds to support Our Heroes Campaign. Event organised by Norman and Barbera Maddox. For tickets and further information call Norman or Barbera on 01782 533580

SPITFIRE BALL a 1940’w Blitz Show on Saturday 8th May 2010 at the Ivy Leaf Club, Whittlesey. Over three hours of great entertainment. All those old tunes and memories. 1940’s film & footage on our big screen. Hear the Lancasters flying overhead. Our Tribute to Glenn Miller. Air Raid sequence. Featuring Stevie Brightman, The Matthews Sisters and Keith Cross. Doors open 7.15pm show begins 8.00pm. Come and dance the night away. Tickets Ł8.00 (concessions) from The Ivey League Club on 01733 202579 or Box Office on 01733 204353 or online at www.moremuzic.com

VE DAY BALL – 8th May 2010 – 7.30pm to midnight (doors open 7pm) at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TZ. Get ‘in the mood’ and dance the night away in the historic No. 5 Covered Slip at our dazzling Blitz Ball! A themed evening dance complete with authentic Second World War artefacts and memorabilia. MC and DJ for the evening will be the popular swing DJ Gypsy John and live music will be performed by Chris Smith and String of Pearls Big Band. Chris fronts this 16 piece band which includes 3 singers. He has toured in the past with Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Liza Minnelli and Barbra Streisand. Book early to avoid disappointment! Ticket price - Ł15, food and refreshments available to purchase on the night. Licenced Bar, disabled access, all ages welcome. Contact 01634 823813 or visit www.thedockyard.co.uk

VICTORY AT HUGHENDEN, at Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP14 4LA from 11am to 5pm on 8th - 9th May 2010. Celebrate the anniversary of VE Day with EventPlan's third 1940s event at Hughenden, commemorating the role of local people and the Manor during WWII. Enjoy music and song, entertainments, weapons firing, fun for children, and living history, all within a continuous programme of displays and activities. The manor (now in the care of the National Trust) is an extremely picturesque location and during WWII was a top secret RAF intelligence base where vital map making for crucial raids was carried out including the Dam Busters' raid, sinking of the Tirpitz and the bombing of Bergestarten. All Allied and civilian 1940s re-enactors (especially RAF), vehicle owners and enthusiasts are warmly invited, as usual subject to agreeing to abide by our simple conditions of participation. Please pre-register with us for free admission (otherwise there's an admission charge for the event, National Trust members free) and so EventPlan can forward final event details. Please note,as Hughenden Manor was a British base, we’d prefer not to have too many American impressions, and as it is a Home Front event, no axis impressions please. National Trust restaurant and shop on site. For more information please visit www.eventplan.co.uk/Hughenden1940s2010.htm or call 01509 815645.

BATTLEGROUP NORTH & MILITARY WHEELS & WINGS SHOW on the 8th & 9th May 2010 - A Military Vehicle spectacular with the largest gathering of historic military vehicles in the North of England, superb Living History displays and the ever popular Wargaming Show at the Yorkshire Air Museum, Halifax Way, Elvington, York, YO41 4AU. Further information Phone: (44) (0) 1904 608595 or email museum@yorkshireairmuseum.co.uk

SOUTHERN AT WAR - Turn back the clock to the days of the Second World War with re-enactors, military vehicles, displays and concert parties for you to enjoy at The Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, East Sussex, TN22 3QL on the weekend of the 8th & 9th May 2010. For further information tel: 01825 720800 (office hours, including weekends) or email: info@bluebell-railway.co.uk

‘SONGS OF VICTORY’, a celebration of songs that won the war. At The Seagull Theatre, Lowestoft, on the 9th of May 2010 from 7:30pm. 2010 marks the 65th anniversary of V.E. day, when the Nazi threat was brought to its knees by the Allied Forces. We have chosen to mark V.E. Day with this show. We hope the evening’s nostalgia will provoke memories of how the Kingdom and the Commonwealth stood united and strong to face those who sought to take away the liberty of so many”. ‘Songs Of Victory’ pays a tribute to the popular songs of the time, including; swing, jive and lindyhop as well as sketches and poems that played such a big part in keeping up the morale of those serving abroad, and everyone at home. 10% of ticket sales from all four performances will be donated to Help For Heroes, a charity for the wounded in Britain’s conflicts. Tickets are Ł8.00 and available from the box office on 01502 589726 or www.theseagull.co.uk

HAWORTH 1940s WEEKEND VINTAGE FAIR - Fri 14th May, Sat 15th May & Sun 16th May 2010 - Haworth Vintage Fair will take place over this fabulous 1940s weekend in The Old School Rooms next to the Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth, West Yorkshire. This fair will have stalls specialising in 1940s fashion, collectables and household items. Open from early in the morning until early evening. Visit the fair, do some shopping, meet friends, enjoy lunch in the Vintage style cafe and rest your weary feet! Further details can be found on www.haworthvintagefairs.co.uk or contact Pam Howorth 07811 213716.

HAWORTH 1940s WEEKEND - 15TH YEAR CELEBRATION – on Fri 14th May, Sat 15th May & Sun 16th May 2010. This year we celebrate 15 years of the Haworth 1940s weekend. What began as a couple of guys and a jeep has grown into an event which sees thousands of visitors from all over Great Britain and abroad enjoying undoubtedly one of the best 1940s event in the country. Set in the lovely Yorkshire village of Haworth on the cobbled Main Street. The week before the event sees a buzz of excitement in the village, as the streets are trimmed with bunting the shops and homes put out sandbags, the shop window displays take on a 1940s theme. With bloomers and seamed stockings in the window of Oh La La Vintage get out your ration books! Notices go up warning of air raids and telling people "Your country needs you". The visitors begin arriving on Friday to visit the Vintage Fair and get ready for the Friday night Jump and Jive dance. We hold two dances on Saturday night at Haworth Community Centre and Keighley Victoria Hall. Tickets will be on sale from early March Tel 07811 213716 or 01535 640640. Buy them early as these dances always sell out. During the day we have vehicle parades, dancing in the streets, entertainers including the wonderful Mr Paul Harper, re-enactments, evacuees, Battle of Britain Memorial Flypast, outdoor remembrance service on Sunday morning, Winston Churchill and the Queen, vintage buses, steam railway. Re-enactments by the Home Guard, Blitz N Pieces, 101st Airbourne, The American Pathfinders and lots more. We are also proud to welcome the British Legion and veteran soldiers. Please come along and enjoy yourselves however, we respectfully request that visitors abstain from wearing any uniform which may cause offence. If you would like further details regarding this event visit www.haworth-village.org.uk or email ohlalahaworth@aol.com or Tel Pam Howorth event coordinator 07811 213716 or 01535 640640 or Haworth Tourist Information office Tel 01535 642329. See You There!

BINGLEY 1940’s DANCE - Saturday 15th May 2010 - Come and jump jive and boogie the night away 1940's style at DJ Pete's Record Hop. Bingley Conservative Club, 110 Main Street, Bingley, West Yorks BD16 2JH. Tickets just Ł6 per person. Don't forget.... dress to impress...! Tickets from Pam on 07771 537950 or Peter on 07800 827207 or email pamhyland2003@hotmail.com

‘SONGS OF VICTORY’, a celebration of songs that won the war. At The Fisher Theatre, Bungay, on the 15th of May 2010 from 7.30pm. 2010 marks the 65th anniversary of V.E. day, when the Nazi threat was brought to its knees by the Allied Forces. We have chosen to mark V.E. Day with this show. We hope the evening’s nostalgia will provoke memories of how the Kingdom and the Commonwealth stood united and strong to face those who sought to take away the liberty of so many”. ‘Songs Of Victory’ pays a tribute to the popular songs of the time, including; swing, jive and lindyhop as well as sketches and poems that played such a big part in keeping up the morale of those serving abroad, and everyone at home. 10% of ticket sales from all four performances will be donated to Help For Heroes, a charity for the wounded in Britain’s conflicts. Tickets are Ł8.50 (Ł7.00 concessions) and available from the box office on 01986 897130 or www.fishertheatre.org

COLNE VALLEY AT WAR an event run by The Colne Valley Railway on Sunday 16th May 2010. Further details to follow.

JIVE, JAZZ & SWING DANCE IN OVER with Live Music by "The Jive Aces" & special guest: Lil' Miss Hayley + Swing DJ on Friday 21st May 2010 at The Community Centre, The Doles, Over, Cambs. CB24 5NW. Licensed Bar (please don't bring your own drinks) 8pm 'til Late. Tickets Ł13 (numbers limited). For Tickets send payment & SAE to P.O. Box 187, Royston, SG8 9WW (make cheques payable to P.Jackson). For more information Tel. 01763 242949 or e-mail: info@getintheswing.com

1940's WARTIME DANCE at Kidsgrove Town Hall, Kidsgrove, North Staffordshire on Saturday 22nd May 2010 from 7.30 until Midnight. Organised by the North Staffs 1940's Association. Featuring music from the 20 piece VCO BigBand and the fabulous GI Jive. Military vehicles from the North Staffs MVT. Wartime NAAFI for hot food. Real ale at the bar. For tickets or more info, contact Neil or Gill on 01782 775463

THE SPITFIRE BOUNCE on the 22nd May 2010 at The Slade Green Community Centre, Bridge Road, Erith, Dartford, DA8 2HS. 3 Top DJ's - Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie" Plus Two Guest DJ's. Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. SWING, JIVE & BOOGIE all night to 1940s & Early 1950s Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862. www.spitfirebounce.com

RAINBOW CORNER a new dance starting 29 May 2010 at the Keston Village Hall, Kent. The dance is being organised by 'Swing King' Mark Bale (formerly known as 'Kickin' the Boogie') and 'Swing Shift' Chris Reynolds. The music will be 1940s and 50s swing, jump-jive and R'n'B. Tickets are only Ł6 and can be reserved to pay on the door via number 07956 646503.

THE FRIENDS OF DAD'S ARMY MUSEUM will be putting on another of their hugely successful 40's nights on the 29th May 2010 at the Carnegie Rooms, Thetford, Norfolk. Dance to Mustang Squadron & DJ Texas Tommy. Dress to impress forties style service/civilian (Allied only). Admission by ticket only - Ł12 includes free buffet. Licensed bar. Contact Corinne on 07802 701911 or dadsarmythetford@googlemail.com

1940’s WAR WEEKEND on the East Lancashire Railway, Bolton St Station, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0EY will take place from the 29th - 31st May 2010. Further details from Neil Parkington on 0161 764 7790 (between 10.00am and 4.00pm) or visit www.east-lancs-rly.co.uk

OPERATION "TUTBURY CASTLE" A festival of nostalgia with sights, sounds and smells of the 1940s re-enactment, ENSA Show, Battle skirmish, Militaria Stalls, Living History Groups, Evacuees, Displays & Dioramas, Road Run, Baby Boot Camp and Much More on Sunday 30th – Monday 31st May 2010. Tutbury Village is holding a 1940s Day on Saturday 29th May 2010. Re-enactors contact- Stewart on 07732458882, Stall Holders contact Rod on 07796324224

June 2010

SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY Presents THE TERRY ELLIOTT ORIGINAL 1940s DANCE on the 5th June 2010 at The Horton Kirby & South Darenth Village Hall, High Street, Horton Road, South Darenth, Dartford, Kent, DA4 9AX. With WORLD RENOWNED DJ Terry Elliott. 7.30 'Til Midnight. Bring your own drinks. FREE Tea & Coffee. Ł8 in on the Door. (Reservations Recommended). 1940s Allied Uniform or Civilian Dress Please.. Tickets Reservations & Information on 0207 987 6686 or sentimentaljourney1944@yahoo.co.uk

D DAY BALL on Saturday 5th June 2010, with the fabulous Slammers Maximum Jive Band, and DJ Pete's Swing Jive Beat. At the Ukrainian Club, 169 Legrams Lane, Bradford BD7 2EA. Doors open 7.30pm. Large sprung dance floor, cheap bar, ample parking. Dress to Impress... 1940's civilian or military encouraged. Tickets Ł12 from Pam on 07771 537950 or Peter on 07800 827207 or email pamhyland2003@hotmail.com

‘WAR ON THE LINE' WEEKEND.on June 5th & 6th 2010 on the Watercress (Mid-Hants) Line. One of our most popular events. Experience the sights and sounds of WWII life on the Mid Hampshire railway. Civilian and Military re-enactors, vehicles, air display and much more. Visit www.watercressline.co.uk.

WARTIME CLUMBER at Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire S80 3AZ from 11am to 5pm on 5 - 6 June 2010. EventPlan's third, extremely enjoyable event at Clumber Park evoking the home front during WWII. Check out the exhibition room about Clumber's wartime role and explore the living history exhibits, take part in an interactive display about Dunkirk and the Battle of Britain in this, the 70th anniversary year, laugh at Mr Punch versus Adolf Hitler, see wartime fire pumps in action and have a go with the hoses, talk to US paratroopers training in the area prior to D-day, try Home Guard drill and military training and join in with favourite songs (and the dancing!). Once again some wonderful period vehicles will be on show, too. All part of a continuous programme of displays and activities. All Allied and civilian 1940s re-enactors (especially Ordnance Corps, Royal Engineers, Cheshire Yeomanry, ATS & Women's Land Army - all stationed here), vehicle owners and enthusiasts are warmly invited, as usual subject to agreeing to abide by our simple conditions of participation. Please pre-register with us for free admission (otherwise there's a parking charge for the event, National Trust members free) and so EventPlan can forward final event details. Please note, as it is a Home Front event, axis impressions are confined to POWs (who worked here) please. National Trust restaurant and shops on site. For more information please visit www.eventplan.co.uk/Clumber2010.htm or call 01509 815645.

WE"LL MEET AGAIN on the 6th -7th June 2010. A 1940s weekend at Nealies Function Room ,Derby Road, Milford, Belper, Derby. DE56 0RA. Military Vehicles , Trade Stalls , Afternoon Tea Dance 2-30pm ‘til 4-30pm. Admission Ł2 on the door. Saturday Night Dance with Woody’s War Department 40s DJ, Doors open 7pm ‘til late. Tickets pre-booked Ł8 or pay on the door Ł10, this includes a fish and chip supper. All are welcome. Contact Ade on 0751 6974014 or email mp.promotions@uwclub.net

1940s DANCE on Saturday 12 June 2010 in aid of HELP FOR HEROS at Lady Margaret Hall, Holbeck nr Worksop, S80 3NB. Music by the one and only Moggie's Music Memories. Tickets Ł 9.00 Pie & Pea Supper included. Bring your own drinks. Camping available on camping field at the side of the hall if you wish to stop over night . Please let me know if you require camping. Contact Clive Shears, Dariyfield Lodge, Holbeck, Worksop, Notts S80 3NB. Dress to impress 1940s style preferred. To book your ticket contact Clive or Denise on 01909479774 or 07971331289 or email clivendenise@aol.com.

'DAD'S ARMY COMES HOME' stage show is being performed by W.O.S.P.s between Tuesday 15th and Friday 18th June 2010 by kind permission of David Croft & Jimmy Perry. Directed by Ian Gower, the stage show is part of a weeklong celebration leading up to the unveiling of a full size bronze statue of Captain Mainwaring on Saturday 19th June 2010 and the 'Croft & Perry Day at Bressingham, Norfolk on the Sunday. Re-enactors, military vehicles and anyone that's had a connection to Dad's Army over the years will be descending on Thetford, Norfolk for this amazing reunion. Tickets are already selling so don't be disappointed call Corinne on 07802 701911 or dadsarmythetford@googlemail.com

VE DAY 65th ANNIVERSARY - Alton and Holybourne Remembers - Saturday 19th June 2010 from 11am - 3pm at the Andrews Endowed School, Holybourne. Event to be opened with a remembrance march to Holybourne Memorial, led by Royal British Legion and Alton Boys Brigade (TBC). Compered by Jamie Dunkley, entertainment from Pete Weston's Swing Band, exhibition dances, re-enactors, period vehicles and stalls. Everybody welcome. In aid of Andrews Endowed School new build project. For further details please contact Maria Burr on 01420 86738 or email mariaburr@btinternet.com or visit our website www.andrewsendowedfundraising.co.uk

BRIEF ENCOUNTER, at Carnforth Railway Station. A 1940's weekend 19th & 20th June, 2010. Further details visit www.ingletonhomeguard.co.uk

THE FRIENDS OF THE ARMED FORCES would like to invite you to a 1940s weekend on the 19th & 20th June 2010 at Marne Barracks, Catterick Garrison in conjunction with Garrison Open Day. Free admission, Wartime Memorabilia, the Home Front skirmishes with enemy forces, French resistance, all nation uniforms and much more. Evening supper and dance with 1940s music. All proceeds to Help for Heroes with the kind permission of Major Nick Campbell Chief Of Staff Catterick Garrison. Contact Irene and David on 01254 240604 or email davidandirene2@btinternet.com

WARTIME WEEKEND at Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, on the 19th & 20th June 2010. Visit Avoncroft this weekend to be transported back to the 1940s. Discover life on the home front, watch the soldiers train for battle and in action on the battlefield. Talks will be presented throughout the day including ‘Fashion on the Ration’. Plus, on Sunday, there will be classic buses running to The Transport Museum, Wythall, with its huge collection of buses and battery-electric vehicles. A Two Museums for Two ticket costing Ł25 will cover admission to both Museums and as many bus rides as you like for two adults (plus up to 3 children can go free when accompanying two adults with this ticket). For further information tel: 01527 831363 or 01527 831886

HAWORTH VINTAGE FAIR - Sat 19th June & Sun 20th June 2010 from 10am to 4pm - Admission Ł1.50. Haworth Vintage Fairs take place at The Old School Rooms next to the Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth, West Yorkshire. The vintage fairs have lots of lovely stalls selling fashion, collectables and household items from a bygone era and specialising in 1940s and 1950s. Whether you are looking to buy something different or if you have anything you wish to sell, why not pop along. This is a lovely social event where re-enactors can dress up and get together for a catch up over a delicious cuppa and slice of homemade cake from the vintage style cafe. Further details can be found on www.haworthvintagefairs.co.uk or contact Pam Howorth 07811 213716.

WARTIME IN THE VALE at Ashdown WW2 Camp nr. Evesham on the 26th & 27th June 2010. Following the success of last year's show with 250 vehicles this is now the Midland's largest Military Vehicle Event and is well supported many Re-enactors. So please join us to celebrate Armed Forces Day & the Wartime contribution made by people from towns & villages in the Vale of Evesham at our unique & atmospheric WW2 Camp. Including 40's Entertainment - Arena Events - Armoured vehicles - BBMF Flypast (applied for) - Battle (Sunday) - Children’s Fair - Classics & Commercials - Fine weather (applied for) - Food & bar - Militaria stalls - Post War vehicles - Re-enactment groups. For more info please visit the events page on: www.freewebs.com/ashdowncamp All enquiries: Paul 0779 159 1528 or email ashdowncamp@btinternet.com

SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY 1940'S WEEKENDS – at the Severn Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1BG on the weekend of June 26th & 27th 2010. A nostalgic look at Britain during World War II with period vehicles costumes and re-enactments. An excellent action-packed re-enactment at Highley Station. 40s vehicles at Kidderminster station - also replica of 40s domestic kitchen etc. Evening concert. Further info: Tel: 01299 403816

July 2010

OPERATION HOMEGUARD 2010 Ingleton’s 1940’sWeekend 3rd & 4th July 2010. Ingleton Village, North Yorkshire needs you…to come along and join in our journey back to the 1940’s for a weekend of entertainment and nostalgia, two days packed with fun for everyone, including: Military vehicles; military and civilian re-enactors; liberation of the German occupied French Market Square by Allied forces; Cenotaph parade; military parade led by the Black Watch Pipes & Drums; Saturday night dance with the Starlight Swing Orchestra; Sunday afternoon Tea Dance. Entertainment by Gracie Lands, P. E. Casper (George Formby) and Major Swing. Performances by the Ovaltiney’s; the Helen Howard School of Dancing Can-Can Girls and the Ingleton Middle School Dancers. Trade stalls, Battle of Britain flypast (to be confirmed), static Spitfire display, street party and much more!! For more information contact John & Elaine Ward 015242 41024 john.ward91@btinternet.com or visit www.ingletonhomeguard.co.uk

THE 1940’s EXPERIENCE on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway the weekend of the 3rd & 4th July 2010. Silk stockings and Wartime fashions ... inspired music and dance ... Men in uniforms and spivs with goods to sell – pure nostalgia! Jitterbug your way back to the 1940s, relive travel by steam train, and discover what life was like with rationing, air raids and the Home Guard ... Meet the family in their 1940s home, admire the fashions, music and dance of the era, and see the ‘French Resistance’ as they take over Wootton Station! … Experience the exciting and most dangerous 1940s. Tickets, which includes steam train ride: Adults Ł12.00, Children Ł6.00, Family Ł30.00. For full details please contact: 01983 882204

SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY 1940'S WEEKENDS – at the Severn Valley Railway, The Railway Station, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1BG on the weekend of July 3rd & 4th 2010. A nostalgic look at Britain during World War II with period vehicles costumes and re-enactments. An excellent action-packed re-enactment at Highley Station. 40s vehicles at Kidderminster station - also replica of 40s domestic kitchen etc. Evening concert. Further info: Tel: 01299 403816

THEMED SEA CRUISE aboard Regal Lady - Veteran of Dunkirk will take place on Wednesday 7 July 2010 sailing from Vincent Pier Scarborough at 7.30pm. Cruise will include 40's food and war time sing song. Passengers encouraged to dress 40's style will be accompanied by uniformed war time re-enactors Allied Forces Movement Pickering. The group will provide authentic war time background involving 70 years memories of Battle ot Britain and Dunkirk There will also be some authentic background on Scarborough sea font near entrance to Harbour from approximately 3.30 pm. Tickets available from Scarborough Alzheimer's Society, Forge House 3a West Street Scarborough YO11 2QL Tel 01723 500958 Fax 01723 341281 email Scarborough@alzheimers.org.uk

'WE'LL MEET AGAIN' a Thorpe Camp 1940's Event on the 10th & 11th July 2010 at Thorpe Camp Visitor Centre, Tattershall Thorpe, Nr RAF Coningsby, Lincolnshire, LN4 4PE. Contact Co-ordinators: John & Heather by Tel: 01673 849 393 or email spitfire24@lineone.net. For Event Information: Alan & Michelle by Tel: 01302 867 626 or email cannoncocker@talktalk.net. Music: Moggie by Tel: 01246 230 576 or email jivemoggie@sky.com or visit: www.1940weekend.co.uk

PONDEROSA’S 1940’s EXTRAVAGANZA on the 10th & 11th July 2010 at: Ponderosa Rural Therapeutic Centre, off Smithies lane, Heckmondwike, WF16 0PN. This is an outdoor event. Come and enjoy live battle re enactments, trade stands, kiddy drills, drive mini tanks, live singing and entertainment throughout the day, food, refreshments and bar with an evening 1940’s themed dance with live music. Admission for the day is: Adults Ł6.00, children Ł4.00 under 2’s are free. People in 1940’s style dress or uniform Ł4.00 each. Evening dance Ł10.00 per person which includes food. Contact details are as follows: 01924 235276 or email: info@ponderosa-centre.co.uk

WARTIME WEEKEND – on the Great Central Railway, Great Central Station, Great Central Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 1RW on Saturday 12 June 2010 & Sunday 13 June 2010. More info: tel. 01509 230726 or visit http://www.gcrailway.co.uk

OPERATION ‘DALESMAN presented by the Combined Operations Sheffield in association with Wensleydale Railway on Saturday July 17th & Sunday July 18th, 2010. Come and experience the sights, sounds and humour of Britain’s ‘darkest days’ in a fabulous setting. Featuring: Accurately restored trains & stations from the Age of Steam, Park and ride vintage buses, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight flypast Saturday & Sunday, 1940’s dances Friday & Saturday night, Friday night Mess Dinner, A well established annual event in its Fourth Fantastic Year, Military and Civilian re-enactors; setting the scene and demonstrating the uniforms, equipment and fashions of the war years, Military Vehicle displays, Specially recreated dioramas, Militaria collector’s fair, Church Parade and Service Sunday Morning, and much, much more Railway enquiries: 08454 505474 or Re-enactor enquiries: 01142 307531

20’s / 30’s / 40’s NIGHT with the live 13 piece “New York Dance Band” on Thursday 22nd July 2010 from 7.00 – 11.00pm held in The Marquee, Dunnington Playing Fields, Common Road, Dunnington ,York, YO19 5NG. Tickets Ł10.00 (including supper). Tickets & Information visit: www.dpff.org.uk, or call Jen Lewis – 07890230778, or from the Dunnington Newsagency & Dunnington Club

COPYTHORNE DURING WWII presented by Swing Jive Entertainments at Copythorne Parish Hall, nr Southampton on the 31st July 2010 from 4.00pm. This is an ‘In the Mood Dance Night with Swing Jive Dance Classes, Movietone Cinema, Out Break Stage Shoe, WWII Food Rations, Copythorne During WWII Documentary, Swing Jive Dance Troop, Swing Jive Radio with Forces Favourites, News and Music from the Era. For further information tel: 023 80 893117 Mobile 07733024779 or email: shaun@theswingjivedisco.co.uk or visit www.theswingjivedisco.co.uk

THE SPITFIRE BOUNCE on the 31st July 2010 at The Slade Green Community Centre, Bridge Road, Erith, Dartford, DA8 2HS. 3 Top DJ's - Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie" Plus Two Guest DJ's. Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. SWING, JIVE & BOOGIE all night to 1940s & Early 1950s Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862. www.spitfirebounce.com

August 2010

DERBYSHIRES NO1 LIVING HISTORY EVENT on the 6th, 7th, & 8th August 2010 at the Coney Grey Farm, Pentrich, Ripley, Derby. DE5 3RJ. Military vehicles dating from WWII period, Home Front displays, a 40’s fair ground and a 40’s fashion show. Winston Churchill will be opening the event on Friday 6th Aug plus live entertainment throughout the weekend. Enjoy the WWII skirmish and much more. There will be a wide selection of militaria stalls, a re-enactors market and multi period re-enactments. The beer tent will be selling real ale throughout the whole of the weekend. The Saturday Evening dance featuring DJ “Woody’s War Department” doing the music and special guest “Lola Lamore” singing the sounds of the 40’s. Pre-booked tickets for the dance, at a cost of Ł10 each, can be purchased from – MP Promotions, PO Box 6568, Belper, Derby. DE56 0YP, include a sae. Tickets are also available from S.A.F.A. on the day. Trade stalls are available at Ł50 per pitch for the 3 days. All military vehicles and displays will get a free pitch pre-booked only. Send for a booking in form with a sae. Re-enactors pre-booked will be Ł3 per day which includes free camping (tents only), those with caravans or campers will be Ł15 for the 3 days. All re-enactment groups welcome, send for a booking in form for a free display pitch and include a sae to MP Promotions (as above). For more information contact Ade on - 0751 6974014, or email mp.promotions@uwclub.net

14 TRANSPORT GALA & WW11 THEME WEEKEND + FRIDAY FUNDAY HELP FOR HEROES CHARITY FUNDRAISER presented by the Northamptonshire Preservation Society & Friends of East Carlton Countryside Park on Friday, Saturday & Sunday 6th 7th & 8th August 2010 from 10am to 5pm Daily and situated between Corby and Market Harborough in the 100 acre East Carlton Country Park Leics. LE16 8YD. Open to all Traders, Marketmen, Action Groups, Vehicles. Set up in the Beautiful woodland and open spaces. East Carlton Countryside Park is situated on the edge of the beautiful Welland Valley. The Heritage Centre in the converted coach house and stables houses a display featuring the history of Corby and the development of the iron and steel industry in the town. The park includes an all inclusive play area for all ages. The cafe is open all year and offers light meals, hot and cold drinks and ice cream. The first floor of the old coach house has a number of craft workshops where you can watch the individual craftsmen practise their skills. There are country walks throughout the park, through fine mature woodland and grasslands. You can see a varied habitat and a great variety of wild life throughout the year. The Hall is unfortunately not open to the public but can be viewed from the park. The present hall, built in 1863 on the site of a previous hall, is thought to be the third hall on this site. Like all old buildings, it does have a ghost who has on occasions been known to visit the old coach house. Caravans & Camping Tents all welcome. Please Help Us - Help Our Heroes - One Third Of Funds Raised Goes To Help For Heroes charity. For more information and bookings etc. contact: Keith Hudson, 3 Thetford Close, Corby Northants, NN18 9PH or tel: 01536 747418

THE OTFORD 1940s SWING DANCE on the 7th August 2010 at The Otford Village Memorial Hall, High Street, Otford, Kent, TN14 5PQ. 3 Top DJ's - Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie" Plus Two Guest DJ's. Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Raffle in aid of THE NOT FORGOTTON SOCIETY. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. THE BEST 1940s SWING Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862

1940s WEEKEND on the 14th and 15th August 2010 at Crich Tramway Village, Crich, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5DP. A celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain with a replica spitfire and simulator and RAF re-enactments. Plus military vehicle convoys. For further information Tel: 01773 854321 or visit www.tramway.co.uk

1940's WEEKEND on the 21st and 22 nd August 2010 taking place in Lytham St Annes, Lancashire. The event will include an open air 1940 big band proms concert on the evening of the 21st headlined by Lesley Garrett. The Battle of Britain themed weekend will include the concert (up to 4000 tickets) WW2 re-enactors displays, camps and stalls. Sunday will hopefully see a new Spitfire Memorial unveiled and open air Church service and flypast to mark the Battle of Britain. Camping and related facilities available for visitng groups and public. Visit www.visitlythamstannes.co.uk or email lkrawecke@btinternet.com for further information

RAMSEY 1940's WEEKEND - Saturday and Sunday the 21st and 22nd August 2010 from 10am to 5pm each day. Once again the event will be packed with re-enactors, stalls, period vehicles, exhibits flying displays and entertainment for all the family. There will also be another hanger dance on the Saturday the 21st from 7.30 pm to midnight with the Opus One big band and supporting acts. For more information visit www.ramsey1940sweekend . (info presently being updated).

Experience 'THE WAY WE WERE' 1930's to 1950's. August 28th 29th & 30th 2010 from 10.30 to 5pm each day with our last train at 4pm.Come and travel back in time with a ride on our steam train. Our staff will be in period costume, there will be entertainment, static displays of civilian, military and agricultural vehicles. Enjoy songs from the period by Dicky Lines and browse craft tents for locally made gifts and produce. If you wish to 'dress the part' you will be most welcome. Tickets including the steam train ride are Adults Ł9.50 Children Ł7.50 Family Ł28.00 Concession Ł8.50 For full details visit our website www.eastsomersetrailway.com or phone Chris on 01749 880417

RAUCEBY WAR WEEKEND 2010 on the 28th-30th August 2010. Step back into the 1940’s war years during a nostalgic weekend of fun with lots of Military Vehicles, Re-enactors, Living History Displays, Trade Stands, Demonstrations, Vintage & Classic Vehicles, Flypast by the BBMF (tba), Tank Rides, Funfair (tba) and many more attractions. Licensed bar & Refreshments. 1940’s dance to the Ockbrook Big Band and ENSA Entertainer Paul Harper plus music for evening dances and during the day provided by "Major Swing". Charities: Lincs/Notts Air Ambulance, Help for Heroes. Entry Tickets: Adults Ł5 or Ł12 (3 day pass) Children 16 & Under free Re-enactors (pre booked) Free. Contact Details: Exhibitors & Re-enactors 01529 488354, Trade Stands 01522 868443, Dance Tickets 01529 488354. Further Enquiries 01529 488354 or visit www.raucebywarweekend.co.uk or email: raucebywarweekend@hotmail.co.uk

THE SHEFFIELD FAYRE, at the Norfolk Heritage Park, Sheffield S2, from 10.30 to 5.30pm on 29 - 30 August (bank holiday) 2010. EventPlan's 8th Classical Greek to WWII multi-period spectacular, including battles and displays by the Northern World War 2 Association, staged as part of this hugely popular annual show. All pre-registered 1940s re-enactors, vehicle owners and enthusiasts are warmly invited, as usual subject to agreeing to abide by our simple conditions of participation. Please note,no Nazi party, SS or Japanese impressions. Excellent cafe and various sales stalls on site. For more information please visit www.eventplan.co.uk/Sheff2010.htm or call 01509 815645.

HAWORTH VINTAGE FAIR - Sun 29th Aug & BH Mon 30th Aug 2010 from 10am to 4pm - Admission Ł1.50. Haworth Vintage Fairs take place at The Old School Rooms next to the Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth, West Yorkshire. The vintage fairs have lots of lovely stalls selling fashion, collectables and household items from a bygone era and specialising in 1940s and 1950s. Whether you are looking to buy something different or if you have anything you wish to sell, why not pop along. This is a lovely social event where re-enactors can dress up and get together for a catch up over a delicious cuppa and slice of homemade cake from the vintage style cafe. Further details can be found on www.haworthvintagefairs.co.uk or contact Pam Howorth 07811 213716.

September 2010

THE SPITFIRE BOUNCE on the 4th September 2010 at The Slade Green Community Center, Bridge Road, Erith, Dartford, DA8 2HS. 3 Top DJ's - Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie" Plus Two Guest DJ's. Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. SWING, JIVE & BOOGIE all night to 1940s & Early 1950s Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862. www.spitfirebounce.com

ELSECAR WARTIME WEEKEND on the 4-5 September 2010 - Elsecar Heritage Railway, South Yorkshire. Foreign Field present Elsecar Heritage Railway's Wartime Weekend in association with Elsecar Railway Preservation Group. This two-day event features a Foreign Field Battle for the liberation of the train station, as well as ongoing Living History Camps through both days. All of the Living Exhibitions are hands on and the public are invited to try the uniforms and vehicles of both Axis and Allied Forces. Musical Entertainment is provided by Paul Harper periodically throughout the day. As well as the popular and explosive battle display, arena based displays will include the Gunnery Show, The Resistance and the opportunity for young visitors to fall in and volunteer for service. The Saturday Evening Blitz Ball starts at 7.00pm in the Tram Shed, Building 21 and features The Ockbrook Big Bandand Lola L'amour Tickets: Ł12.00. Further information visit http://www.foreign-field.co.uk

WARTIME WEEKEND at the Swindon & Cricklade Railway, Blunsdon Station, Tadpole Lane, Blunsdon, Swindon, Wiltshire SN25 2DA on Saturday/Sunday 11th/12th September 2010 from 1000hrs ‘til 1700hrs. In 2009, the event featured 15 enactment groups, 60 plus military vehicles, 10 trade stands, 100 additional dressed supporters, a (different) silver band on both days, a Spitfire fly-past on the Saturday, plus "wartime " food, and a bar. Full enactment of troops attacking an enemy train. Wartime spiv/comedian. It is envisaged the 2010 event will be similar in all aspects, though, maybe bigger. Contact details for booking and further information tel: 01793 771615 or email: scr@gmx.co.uk or visit www.swindon-cricklade-railway.org

SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY Presents THE TERRY ELLIOTT ORIGINAL 1940s DANCE on the 18th September 2010 at the The Horton Kirby & South Darenth Village Hall, High Street, Horton Road, South Darenth, Dartford, Kent, DA4 9AX. With WORLD RENOWNED DJ Terry Elliott. 7.30 'Til Midnight. Bring your own drinks. FREE Tea & Coffee. Ł8 in on the Door. (Reservations Recommended). 1940s Allied Uniform or Civilian Dress Please.. Tickets Reservations & Information on 0207 987 6686 or sentimentaljourney1944@yahoo.co.uk

ON THE HOME FRONT 1939-45, at Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton, Nottinghamshire NG22 9DF, 11am to 5pm on 18 - 19 September 2010. EventPlan's fourth great year of fantastic forties fun at Rufford, this year including a 70th anniversary Battle of Britain theme. Military and civilian displays, living history, fashion, music, song, dance, firemen and pumps, entertainments, wonderful period vehicles, lots of '40s "stuff" to browse and buy, and much more! All part of a continuous programme of displays and activities. Saturday evening dance for registered participants only (tickets available nearer the time). All Allied and civilian 1940s re-enactors, vehicle owners and enthusiasts are warmly invited, as usual subject to agreeing to abide by our simple conditions of participation. Please pre-register with us for free admission (otherwise there's a parking charge for the event) and so EventPlan can forward final event details. Please note, as it is a Home Front event, axis impressions are confined to POWs please. Restaurant, cafe and shops on site. For more information please visit www.eventplan.co.uk/Rufford1940s2010.htm or call 01509 815645.

1940s WEEKEND from the 18th – 19th September 2010. Come and enjoy the 1940s weekend on the North Norfolk Railway, our most popular event for adults by far! Over the years this event has attracted more and more visitors and more and more exhibitors. It is widely felt to be one of the best events of its type in the country. People who attended last year were booking accommodation before they left as they enjoyed it so much! Come in uniform or 1940s civilian dress to add to the atmosphere. Don't forget your gas mask and ration books! Once again we intend to hold another Evening Dance & Entertainment for visitors and re-enactors on Saturday 19 September 2010. Details of this will be available nearer the time. A separate charge will apply for the evening event. For further information telephone: 01263 820800 or email: enquiries@nnrailway.co.uk

SALUTE TO THE ‘40s – 18th & 19th September 2010 at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TZ. Step back in time for a weekend of nostalgia and Life on the Home Front. Military and Home Front re-enactors, wartime vehicles, period fashion and an exciting programme of wartime entertainment with humour, music and dance. Around every corner you'll encounter bombsite urchins, ‘spivs’, soldiers and sailors, coppers and Dockyard Maties. New for 2010 - a trade village, themed street scene and even more indoor and outdoor live entertainment for the whole family. Contact 01634 823813 or visit www.thedockyard.co.uk

WIMPOLE AT WAR 1939-45, at Wimpole Hall, Cambridgeshire SG8 0BW, 11am to 5pm on 25 - 26 September 2010. Wimpole's fourth wartime event and the first organised by EventPlan. A super weekend of wartime nostalgia with music, song, dance, military displays, living history and entertainments, all within a continuous programme of displays and activities. Saturday evening dance for registered participants only (tickets Ł5, available nearer the time). All Allied and civilian 1940s re-enactors, vehicle owners and enthusiasts are warmly invited, as usual subject to agreeing to abide by our simple conditions of participation. Please pre-register with us for free admission (otherwise there's an admission charge for the event, National trust members free) and so EventPlan can forward final event details. Please note, as it is a Home Front event, axis impressions are confined to POWs please. Restaurant, cafe and shops on site. For more information please visit www.eventplan.co.uk/Wimpole1940s2010.htm or call 01509 815645.

October 2010

FLASHBACK TO THE 40's & 50's on October 4th - 8th 2010 at the Sand Bay Holiday Village, Beach Rd Kewstoke, Nr Weston Super Mare Avon. This is our fabulous break with the first 3 days geared entirely to the war years. The Blitz Ball which is part of the break has been running for 23 years touring the UK and abroad is part of the package. Every conceivable detail is included with the ballroom decked out like a forties dance hall. The George Thorby Big Band perform every night and we also include our own. Air Raid Warden, Forces Sweetheart, Del & DePaul. With broadcasts from the war years, a very convincing air raid and victory celebrations at the end you will see why the show is so popular for many. The 4th day is a trip into the 50's with the big band playing Rock N Roll and the ballads from the 50's. The cabaret will be Just The Two Of Us. Songs made famous by the Bachelors to name but one. There will also be an Outdoor Model Aircraft Display (weather permitting). The entertainment is non stop every night plus the entertainment team are on hand with organised events during the day. You can even pop into The Old Vic and watch a film in the afternoon and have a pint or two. All the sites facilities are yours to use plus a good breakfast and evening meal daily. The price for the 4 days is Ł159.00 .Early bird special. Book and pay in full for special price of Ł139.00 but be quick places will go fast. Dress to impress Forties style. Details can be obtained by calling 01934 428200

RAILWAY IN WARTIME from the 15th - 17th October 2010 on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, 12 Park Street, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7AJ. We’ve turned the clocks back to 1943 for our most popular event of the year, with ENSA entertainers, street parades, vehicle displays and re-enactments along the railway. For further information call: 01751 472508 or email: info@nymr.co.uk

THE OTFORD 1940s SWING DANCE on the 16th October 2010 at The Otford Village Memorial Hall, High Street, Otford, Kent, TN14 5PQ. 3 Top DJ's - Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie" Plus Two Guest DJ's. Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Raffle in aid of THE NOT FORGOTTON SOCIETY. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. THE BEST 1940s SWING Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862

BRITAIN DEFENDS – 1940s HOME FRONT on October 23rd and October 24th (Sat and Sun) 2010 from 11am - 5pm at the Papplewick Pumping Station, Rigg Lane, Ravenshead, Nottingham, NG15 9AJ. The 1940s Home Front event at Papplewick Pumping Station, Britain's finest Victorian fresh water Pumping Station, featuring a variety of civilian and military re-enactors and vehicles. Musical entertainment from Dickie Lines. Re-enactors who wish to exhibit during over the course of the event are advised to call the enquiry number as soon as possible on 07866109730. General public enquiries: tel. 0115 9632938 or email director@papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk or visit www.papplewickpumpingstation.co.uk

WWII CHRISTMAS LEAVE on the Watercress (Mid-Hants) Line on the 26th & 27th December 2010. Enjoy the thrill of WWII Christmas Leave. Join Civilian and Military re-enactors celebrate this historic holiday and experience the relief and joy of the journey once taken to return home from war. Visit www.watercressline.co.uk.

HAWORTH VINTAGE FAIR - Sun 31st Oct 2010 from 10am to 4pm - Admission Ł1.50. Haworth Vintage Fairs take place at The Old School Rooms next to the Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth, West Yorkshire. The vintage fairs have lots of lovely stalls selling fashion, collectables and household items from a bygone era and specialising in 1940s and 1950s. Whether you are looking to buy something different or if you have anything you wish to sell, why not pop along. This is a lovely social event where re-enactors can dress up and get together for a catch up over a delicious cuppa and slice of homemade cake from the vintage style cafe. Further details can be found on www.haworthvintagefairs.co.uk or contact Pam Howorth 07811 213716.

November 2010

THE SPITFIRE BOUNCE on the 13th November 2010 at The Slade Green Community Center, Bridge Road, Erith, Dartford, DA8 2HS. 3 Top DJ's - Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie" Plus Two Guest DJ's. Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. SWING, JIVE & BOOGIE all night to 1940s & Early 1950s Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862. www.spitfirebounce.com

HAWORTH VINTAGE FAIR - Sat 27th Nov & Sun 28th Nov 2010 from 10am to 4pm - Admission Ł1.50. Haworth Vintage Fairs take place at The Old School Rooms next to the Bronte Parsonage Museum, Haworth, West Yorkshire. The vintage fairs have lots of lovely stalls selling fashion, collectables and household items from a bygone era and specialising in 1940s and 1950s. Whether you are looking to buy something different or if you have anything you wish to sell, why not pop along. This is a lovely social event where re-enactors can dress up and get together for a catch up over a delicious cuppa and slice of homemade cake from the vintage style cafe. Further details can be found on www.haworthvintagefairs.co.uk or contact Pam Howorth 07811 213716.

December 2010

THE OTFORD 1940s SWING DANCE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL on the 4th December 2010 at the The Otford Village Memorial Hall, High Street, Otford, Kent, TN14 5PQ. 3 Top DJ's - Jeff "Two-Tone Boogie" Plus Two Guest DJ's. Ł6 in Advance or Ł7 on the Door. FREE Tea, Coffee, Squash & Doughnuts Plus Loads Of FREE Extras. FREE Draw to win Two FREE Tickets To The Next Dance. Raffle in aid of THE NOT FORGOTTON SOCIETY. Clothes & Memorabilia Stalls. THE BEST 1940s SWING Music. Tickets & Details on 07506 851 862

WE"LL MEET AGAIN AT CHRISTMAS on December 12th - 13th 2010 at Nealies Function Room, Derby Road, Milford, Belper, Derby DE56 0RA. A 1940s weekend with Military Vehicles , Trade Stalls , Afternoon Tea Dance From 2-30 pm ‘til 4-30pm. Admission Ł2.00 on the door. Saturday Night Dance with Woody,s War Department 40s DJ. Doors open at 7 pm ‘til late. Tickets pre-booked Ł8 or pay on the door Ł10, this includes a fish and chip supper. All welcome. Contact Ade on 0751 6974014 or email mp.promotions@uwclub.net