Monthly/New Members Meetings

A meeting is held on the first Wednesday of every month in St Boniface Hall, Hursley Road, Chandlers Ford at 2pm 

Parking is available for the hall in the Church car park.

Speakers give a talk. The list below details the current programme. Tea and biscuits are served after the meeting.


SubjectThe Chocolate Cream Killer.
Date 5th August 2026 at 2.00pm
SpeakerSteve Herra
VenueSt Boniface Hall

Steve will tell us all about The Chocolate Cream Killer.

  • What brought about this poisoning spree?
  •  Which poison was used?
  • How many victims were there?
  • How many died?
  • Why did Christiana travel to London?
  • Why did she use a different poison?
  • When caught, what was the sentence?
  • Was this changed?

SubjectA Beginning, A Muddle and an End.
Date 2nd September 2026 at 2.00pm
SpeakerBobbie Darbyshire
VenueSt Boniface Hall

A BEGINNING, A MUDDLE & AN END

Bobbie Darbyshire is a novelist and will tell us where novelists get all their ideas? Drawing on the experience of many well-known authors, in an entertaining, informative talk, Bobbie Darbyshire will explain how the complex fictional world arrives in a novelist’s mind.  Winner of the 2008 fiction prize at the National Academy of Writing and the New Delta Review Creative Non-fiction Prize 2010, Bobbie is author of five novels, including “The Posthumous Adventures of Harry Whittaker” and “The Third Bus”. She has worked as barmaid, mushroom picker, film extra, maths coach, cabinet minister’s private secretary, care assistant and volunteer adult-literacy teacher, as well as in social research and government policy. Bobbie lives in London and hosts a writers’ group.

SubjectIsland Hopping in Croatia
Date 7th October 2026 at 2.00pm
SpeakerSue Gibson
VenueSt Boniface Hall

Sue will talk to us about her sailing trip. The Adriatic coast of Croatia is adorned with beautiful turquoise waters, sun-kissed beaches and charming towns and is a tourist’s favourite destination. We will take you from Dubrovnik to Split by boat exploring the idyllic islands of Mljet, Korcula and Hvar.


SubjectWildlife Photography
Date 4th November 2026 at 2.00pm
SpeakerDavid Bailey
VenueSt Boniface Hall

David Bailey, acclaimed wildlife photographer and engaging speaker, will share his experiences capturing wildlife through the lens.
His PowerPoint presentations captivate audiences with stunning visuals, captivating stories, and insightful tips about wildlife photography and conservation. Whether you're a photography enthusiast, a lover of nature, or just looking for an inspiring afternoon, David's talks are not to be missed.