Winter Programme

A “des res” in Sutton Coldfield: Bishop Vesey’s stone houses

Stella Thebridge presents part of the programme for Birmingham Heritage Week in Sutton Coldfield (8th-17th September). Further information about the whole programme of events is at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/sutton-coldfield-heritage-network-50629663033

Stella talks about the history of the Vesey houses, and what still remains of them. Also, information about High Heath Cottage, which was recently sold.

Please note this talk will follow our AGM.

‘Taking Tradition into the Future’

A talk by Tony Kelly, Sales Manager of Firmin & Sons Ltd. The Company is famous in Birmingham for the manufacture of Cavalry equipment, seen by the World at the Coronation of King Charles III.

The Future of Sutton Coldfield: Planning, Conservation & Transportation.

A presentation by West Midlands Combined Authority Mayor, Andy Street CBE

‘An Admiral in Town’

Presented by Andrew Lound, a history of Admiral Lord Nelson, and his association with Birmingham.

In his own style, Andrew brings to life the history of many famous people.

‘Unravelling a mystery – the Streetly WW2 American Camp in Sutton Park’

A presentation by Keith Hopkinson, historian and author of a book titled The Forgotten Medieval Road.

‘Red Coats to Khaki.’

How the British Army changed from colonial police to a European Army.
Speaker: Richard Cartwright, Historian, re-enactor, and educator.

‘The West Midlands Lieutenancy, and our impact on the region’

A presentation by Deputy Lieutenant Mr. Simon Topman MBE, and Kate Canty, Clerk to the West Midlands Lieutenancy.

Midland Freewheelers Volunteer Blood Bikers – Helping Our NHS 24/7

An insight into the work of volunteer motorcyclists who respond to the NHS’S need for urgent medical deliveries.