Our visit to Selby Abbey was very successful, with two stewards showing our group around the building and pointing out many interesting features along the way. Some of our members were privileged to climb to the ringing chamber and hear one of the bells being rung at close quarters.
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Unfortunately Eric Jackson was unable to join us for his talk, so we passed the meeting time looking at some pictures on the projector of old Selby and the surrounding villages. A very pleasant way to spend the morning and will I am sure be repeated.
A small group met (poor weather) to discuss progress and suggest ways forward.
Jenny told us about the visit of Ted, Elizabeth and family to Yorkshire and showed us photos of their exploits. The story seems to continue for both Ted and Jenny as they are still discovering new relatives.
About a dozen members met to discuss progress, continue research and drink coffee and tea!
Our AGM passed off quite quickly, less than an hour, then we drank coffee and watched the remaining part of Brian's DVD of Sussex life. Thanks to all who attended.
A select group met to discuss recent events, exchange news and drink coffee/tea! A good morning!
Ted Tonkinson and his wife Elizabeth visited us from Arizona and entertained us to a talk about Tasmania and the female convicts who were sent there. Ted then told us more about his family tree connections to Yorkshire and our group! Most of us, it seems, are related to Ted!! Pictures will be appearing on the Photo gallery page (and the Selby Times!). Many thanks to everyone who attended and especially those who helped provide food, washing up, etc. All much appreciated.
A research meeting was made rather special by a visit from Ted Tonkinson, his wife, his son and his grand-children, who joined our meeting for a chat and to look at various resources.
Chris Broom entertained us with various ways of overcoming our 'obstacles' in our research, formerly called brick walls. Much to take away with us, things to try and questions to ask!
10Sep
9th September - we set up our display and table in Selby Abbey and had a steady stream of visitors enquiring about our group. Many leaflets were given out! It was a lovely day, and cool in the Abbey!
research and committee meeting. A useful meeting with some decisions which will be shared at the AGM on 10th October.
