You're invited to our next meeting to be held at Oake Manor Golf Course on the 22 September, at which we will be given a talk by Andrew Leitch, Head of Archives for the UK Hydrographic Office, which is located in Taunton.

The UKHO was established in 1795, and for over 230 years has been responsible for the production of Admiralty Charts supporting safe navigational over the World. Its archive includes more than fourteen million items including charts, survey records, diaries and even the original hand-engraved copper plates used for printing. The archive is still consulted today by maritime authorities, ports, navies and governments for authoritative information on the seabed and seacoasts. Andrew will be able to display many of the Archive’s treasures and to comment on their significance to us today.

Timing

• 11am Arrival and Coffee
• 11:30 Andrew Leitch – UKHO
• 1pm Lunch

Arrival

There is plenty of car parking space at Oake Manor Golf Club, which is easily reached by turning south off the B3227 in Hillcommon, and driving through Oake Village. The Golf Club is a single storey building and accessible for anyone needing mobility aids.

Lunch

Lunch will include a main course and dessert, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options. We would be grateful if you could let us know your choice for the main course at least a week in advance.  Desserts can be chosen from the dessert trolley. Drinks may be purchased from the bar. Tea and coffee will be available on arrival and also served after the meal.