The BOURNEMOUTH RAILWAY CLUB is the oldest society in the district catering for those interested in railways either professionally or as a hobby.

It was founded by the late Rev. A. Cunningham-Burley, who was also Club President from its foundation until his death in 1953. Also associated with the early days of the Club was 0. J. Morris, who later became President. His work as an author and railway photographer was renowned and revered throughout the enthusiast world.

In March 1973 the Club celebrated its 30th anniversary and invited George Barlow, then Operating Manager of the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway and noted authority on railway matters, to become President. This filled the post left vacant since the death of 0. J. Morris in 1961. George was awarded the B.E.M. in 1982.

The Club provides varied activities for all ages of enthusiast, with monthly meetings addressed by well-known speakers in the railway world. In addition, there are visits to places of railway interest at home and overseas.

Members pay a fixed subscription at each meeting attended: All moneys are for Club funds and no additional fees are charged. A "Season" ticket is available for a year, giving a saving to regular attendees.

The Club edits its own magazine, BRC News, and also administers the collection of the late W. H. C. Kelland, pioneer globe-trotting enthusiast. Two trophies are awarded annually, the Les Hopkins Cup for the most promising entry in the Black and White Portfolios and the Martin Shoults Memorial Trophy for the overall winner of the colour slide competition.

Contact Information

Elected annually, the Committee consists of the following members:

Chairman:    Martyn Thresh, 21 Winston Gardens, Poole, BH12 IPN.

Vice Chairman:    Alan Wild, 22 Ridley Road, Winton, Bournemouth, BH9 lLD.

Treasurer:    Graham Bailey, 16 Cleveland Road, Springbourne, Bournemouth, BHl 4QD. 

Secretary:    Dr J. A. Boudreau, 107 Maxwell Road, Bournemouth, BH9 lDJ. 

Bookings Secretary:    Winston Chandler. 7 Huntvale Road, Moordown, Bournemouth, BH9 3HW.

Membership Secretary:  Roger Aldous, 54 Longfleet Road, Poole BH15 231).

Editor:  David Evans, 5 Wren Crescent, Poole, BH12 ILB. 

Keeper of the Kelland Collection:    Mike Smith, 5 Wren Crescent, Poole, BH12 1LB.

Deputy Keeper of the Kelland Collection:    David Evans, 5 Wren Crescent, Poole, BH12 ILB.

Telephone

+44-01202-765545

FAX

+44-01202-770133

Postal address

5 Wren crescent Coy Pond Branksome Poole Dorset BH12 1LB

Electronic mail

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