Allow me to firstly introduce myself, my name is Stuart Brooks and I am proud to be the Headteacher of Sanders School which is situated off Suttons Lane.Our school has a most unique and fascinating history. On Wednesday 24th March 1943 at 10.40am, a Spitfire of No. 64 Squadron piloted by an American volunteer serving …
We have just heard from our good friend and author Carol Cannavan on the publication of her new book entitled ‘Secret Hornchurch’ which is due out on the 15th February. So, if you have an interest in hidden local history this book will be a good addition to your collection, it also contains a chapter …
The 15th September 2019, today marks the 79th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain and some of our members attended the outdoor service in the Military section of the Hornchurch Cemetery, in attendance were several Air Training Corps Cadet squadrons from 1838(Elm Park), 452 (Hornchurch), 6F (Romford), 2048 (Dagenham) & 4F (Ilford) and 282 (East …
Everyone involved with the Hornchurch Aerodrome Historical trust would just like to say a big thank you to everyone that attended the charity quiz night and made it a rousing success. We of course would not have been able to have the event without the support and commitment of Steve and Shell Curley who gave …
Fund raising evening at the Good Intent Public House Read More »
Battle of Britain and Royal Air Force enthusiasts. Veterans, ex-RAF personnel and their friends and families. Those who acknowledge the debt owed to the ‘Few’ by the many. Hello to you all, We started a 38 DEGREES PETITION only a few hours ago, to protect the BIGGIN HILL St GEORGE’S ROYAL AIR FORCE CHAPEL …
Protect Biggin Hill St George’s RAF Chapel of Remembrance Read More »
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