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April 2026 Newsletter

+ The April meeting when Mike Burton shared with us the story of Stamford, Burghley Hose and Lord William Cecil, chief advisor to Queen Elizabeth I.

+ Our next talks:
– Tuesday 12th May, Keith Green will talk about his musical career, from choir boy to organist, actor and musical director.
– Tuesday 9th June, Caroline Taylor explores the role of women building country houses in Northants and Leics during the 19th century.
+ Our visit to the National Memorial Arboretum on Friday 24th April. Book now as only two places were left on the coach on 14th April.
+ A request for all members to let us have their feedback.

March 2026 Newsletter

The latest newsletter is now available as a web page, click here to view it. A printable copy of the newsletter is also available as a PDF document, click here to read it. It contains information on: Each section will be kept up to date throughout the month.

Stamford and the Great Cecil — 14th April 2026 — Mike Burton

Mike tells the fascinating story of Stamford, Burghley House and William Cecil, chief advisor to Queen Elizabeth 1st. The Great Who? Come and find out as Mike Burton makes a return visit to tell the fascinating story of Stamford in Lincolnshire, adjacent to Rutland, with the magnificent Burghley House, possibly one of the largest and grandest surviving houses of the sixteenth century and a wonderful example of the great Elizabethan ‘prodigy’ houses, built to honour the Queen and to be

Annual Quiz Night – Tuesday 10th March 2026 at 7.15pm

Thinking Caps 0n? Our popular General Knowledge Quiz makes a welcome return with prizes for the winning table – will it be yours? The ever-popular Bangers ‘n Mash Supper is back with a vegetarian option as usual. Raffle, bar selling wine, beer and soft drinks and, of course David Hannibal and new this year Michael Weedon’s cunning questions. Tickets will stay at £10 per person including supper and payable on the night. It helps with catering if you book a

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