Directory of Previous Talks

Our final talk of the year took us on a journey through the beautiful Porter Valley which is literally on our doorstep. With some splendid pictures Ann recounted the story behind the refurbishing of the Shepherd Wheel and the need for similar work in other parts of the valley. If you use the valley for … Read more

A well-researched and illustrated talk from Mike who spent many years of his working life in the Sheffield archives.  Born in Horncastle Lincolnshire, John George Graves moved to Sheffield to take up an apprenticeship as a watchmaker in the late 1880’s. He setup his own business, initially selling gentleman’s pocket watches on hire purchase which … Read more

Prof Channer’s presentation detailed the way we have all benefited from increasing health care. A major change was legislation to reduce the impact of smoking related diseases. Now we are faced with the rising problem of obesity as a result of diet and lack of exercise. If you want to live well and a little … Read more

A challenging talk to start the week. Tom’s presentation was loaded with facts that showed how the crisis had developed in a detailed way. In summary the Chinese and others saved too much of their GDP and invested in the dollar thus giving the US banks a huge fund of money. This was invested unwisely … Read more

Another amusing talk from Murray Wislon delivered in his own inimitable style. He took us through some of his many fascinating experiences from his days at medical school through to more recent times. An excellent morning that set us all in the right mood to enjoy our annual lunch.

Well-known local author, Julian Bean returned to tell us all about Charlie Peace. Born in Sheffield in 1832 he was notorious for his activities as a prolific and clever burglar whilst being wanted for murder in Sheffield despite his appearance as a well-dressed, violin-playing, respectable man. After being caught by PC Edward Robinson on his … Read more