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Stoke-on-Trent South

25/06/2026 - Monthly Meeting

Beautiful Britain

A presentation titled “Beautiful Britain” was provided by Phil Colclough and his assistant Colin. The weather on the day was both dry and sunny which usually results in a good attendance. The temperature though was extremely high, with the whole country experiencing an intense heatwave. As a consequence the total attendance, including the committee, was a lowly sixteen members. The committee accept that the safest action for many members was to stay at home and avoid the strong sunshine.

Phil showed numerous photographs accompanied with music. The photographs included the following categories: Sculptures; Flowers in macro; Buildings and natural landscapes; and a set of pictures titled “Funny Peculiar.” The chairman’s favourite picture was that of a signpost (below) that he saw regularly when he worked in the Kent Coalfield, i.e. Ham/Sandwich (two towns in Kent).

We thank Phil for sharing his beautiful photographs, and also Diane for supplying desperately needed cold drinks to everyone.