BROMLEY BOROUGH LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Apart from our monthly and special meetings, below are some other events for BBLHS members and friends during the year.
Make a note in your diary now, and check back regularly for any updates and more details.
For Members' only events, unless otherwise stated, you need to advise Mike Marriott you wish to join in. This helps make sure we don't exceed maximum numbers and we don't leave anyone behind! To ensure a punctual start, please aim to arrive 10-15 minutes before the published start time.
Other events which could be of interest to Members are also listed underneath the Society events.
Important Note
All walks, visits or other activities are at the participants own risk and the Society cannot be responsible for any loss, damage or injury.
BBLHS 50th Annivesary Celebration
Wednesday 19th June 2024 at 1430
To mark the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Society, members and friends are invited to a special tea party. Admission must be booked and paid for in advance.
Members should have received their invitation and, if they wish to attend, need to respond by 30th April. If you have not got the details, please contact the Membership Secretary urgently.
Scadbury Manor, Chislehurst - Saturday 29th June from 1430
A private, guided tour of this unusual moated site by Janet Clayton, the chair of ODAS, who gave us a fascinating talk about the medieval timbers of Scadbury last year.
This will include access to the island, the brick foundations of the Tudor kitchens and great hall, the story of the manor from the 13th to 20th century and the World War II defences. On display will be finds from the excavations including medieval floor tile, pottery, clay pipe and roof tile.
Directions to a private car park and public transport will be given on booking. Toilets are also available at the site and dogs on leads can be accommodated. There is no charge but donations towards ODAS’ work will be welcome.
To book, please contact Christine Hellicar or call 01689 857214.
Outside events which may be of interest to Members .
Lewisham Local History Society
This society meets monthly at St Dunstan’s Jubilee Pavilion, Canadian Avenue, Catford, SE6 4SW. Meetings are usually on the last Thursday of the month starting at 7.30 p.m and lasting 90 minutes.
More details of individual meetings can be found here.
Bromley Civic Society - Broom Day
Saturday 11th May 2024
To celebrate the plant after which Bromley is named, the Civic Society will be setting up a display in The Glades from which walks to Martins Hill will be arranged. There will also be a plant sale and other activities.
London Festival of Architecture and Bromley Civic Society Events
Thursday 13th June at 7 p.,m. Architecture in Bromley – from Wren to Art Deco….and beyond?
An illustrated and animated presentation in the fabulous Heritage Room in the Old Town Hall. It must be reserved in advance - click here.
Saturday 15th June at 1030 a.m. Walking Tour of Victorian Bromley. Booking link here.
Thursday 27th June at 6.30 p.m. Walking Tour of Victorian Bromley. Booking link here.
An amble around Bromley North finishing with a look inside the Bromley Little Theatre which is a great example of the creative re-use of a Victorian building. These events are free but you will need to book through Eventbrite - use the links above.
Saturday/Sunday 22/23 June - An exhibition of the History of Bromley through its Architecture in The Glades Atrium.
