Activities - 1940's Events & Dance Diary
  
 

Below is a list of 1940's Dances & Events that are taking place in the near future. I do my best to ensure that details are accurate but please check with the organisers to ensure details haven't changed.

If you know of any 1940's Dances or other events coming up please let me know & I'll include them on the list. If you have any comments about dances/venues or events you have attended which you think may interest others please email me and I'll consider adding them.

 
       
  May 2009  
       
  9 May 2009

Sittingbourne Homefront liiving history society - 1940s Dance.
Bobbing villiage hall which is just out side sittingbourne
I have few details but if you are interested in attending then call Andy Leppenwell
on 07725404461

  
       
       
  9 - 10 May 2009

Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway (Kent) - 1940s Weekend
Re-enactment groups attending, along with vehicles and the railway.
Dance & buffet in the evening. Details Tel 01797-362353

  
       
       
  16 - 17 May 2009

Kent & East Sussex Railway - Wartime Weekend
Re-live the forties lifestyle with period vehicles, music, dancing, food and, of course, travel by steam train. Lots happening including:Civilian Vehicles
Military Vehicles, Re-enactors, Displays, Richard Holdsworth - Author of ‘Six Spoons of Sugar', Old Penny Machines, Custom Clothes - 40s and 50s style clothing - civilian and dance clothing, Ministry of Food cookery demonstrations, Lashenden Air Warfare Museum
Hawker Hurricane Society display, Kitchen Memorabilia display
Cinque Ports Militaria, War-time Fire Fighting Displays, Cinque Ports Lindy Hoppers
Sunday - Fiona Harrison, and lots more. Call 01580 765155,

www.kesr.org.uk

 
       
       
  15/16/17 May 2009

Haworth, West Yorkshire 1940s fabulous weekend.
Friday 15th May
Kick off your start to the weekend with Friday nights dance starring T C & The Swing Cats, Miss Tallulah & Shoe Shine Boy.  Tickets £8.  Tel Pam 01535 640640

Haworth village is transformed back in time to the 1940s.  A beautiful village famous for the Bronte sisters and Wuthering Heights. With its popular steam railway, famous cobbled Main Street, shops, cafes and pubs. Haworth is a fabulous venue with re-enactors, civilians, Home Guard, GIs, Winston Churchill and the Queen, Evacuees, Marching Band, Vintage Vehicles, civilian and military, RAF, Battle of Britain Memorial Flypast, 40s music and swing dancing, Paul Harper entertaining the crowds and much, much more.    Hugely popular and now in its 15th year!

Saturday 16th May 2009
Get in the mood and swing the night away to
Tony Greenwoods Big Band with DJ Dave Redman in Haworth  Tickets £12.50 available in advance Tel Pam 01535 640640
Jump Jive and Jitterbug to Blue Harlem and GI Jive in Keighley  Tickets £17.50 available in advance includes Ration Bag supper and free transport to and from Haworth on the Jitterbug Vintage Bus. Tel Pam  01535 640640 or Emma 07980 559682

Farewell Record Hop in Haworth on Sunday 17th May 2009 Tel Emma 07980 559682

Photos

www.haworth-village.org.uk

  
       
       
  22 May 2009

The 1940's Society - Sevenoaks

Wartime Film Evening

The British documentary film movement began in the 1930s and used dramatic new and fresh ways to show the rapidly changing world and to get their message across. The Second World War was to have a dramatic effect on these film makers and their films which continue to influence us today.

This evening we will be showing a selection of short documentary films (together with some short Ministry of Information films) which will illustrate the spirit, strength, concerns and resolve of Britain and its people before, during and after the Second World War.

A unique opportunity to see a selection of rare wartime documentary and propaganda films which give an insight into the people of Britain during the Second World War.

8pm at Otford Memorial Hall near Sevenoaks, Kent.
Further details from Ian on 01732 452505 Admission £2

 
       
       
  30 May 2009

Spitfire Bounce 7-30 till Midnight
Swing, Jive & Boogie all night to music from the 1940s & early 1950s.
Slade Green Community Center, Bridge Road, Erith (Dartford) DA8 2HS
Dress to Impress, 40s or 50s Civilian or Allied uniform
Free tea, coffee & doughnuts, Please bring your own drinks
Tickets £6 or £7 on the door
Details: 07506 851862 or

www.spitfirebounce.com

  
       
  June 2009  
       
  6 June 2009

A 1940’s DANCE
Grassinton North Yorkshire, GRASSINGTON INSTITUTE
Jump, Jive, Swing and Stroll to the music and memories of the 1940’s
Saturday Night Dance 6th JUNE 20.00Hrs TILL 24.00Hrs
DRESS TO IMPRESS 1940s MILITARY OR CIVILIAN
Prize for the best dress couple!
£3.00 PER PERSON PAY ON THE DOOR
EVENT INFO FROM JOHN STEVENS 01756751980 or 07599002765 E.MAIL.chinookhome@msn.com

  
       
       
  6 / 7 June 2009

World War II weekend, Berrington Hall nr Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DW.
Berrington Hall was a Red cross Hospital during the war and had, 6000 American troops camped in the parkland. It is now a National Trust property. The event will be along the same lines as previous years, with displays of military vehicles, clothes stalls and other activities relevant to the era, but they are also hoping to add in a little more excitement this year. 1940s re-enactors will not have to pay to enter. They are also keen to hear from anyone who may be interested in exhibiting or trading at the event. For details contact: Gareth Gwilt, Visitor Services Manager, Berrington Hall on 01568 615721

 
       
       
  6 / 7 June 2009

Hamstreet country fair, Kent
A wartime military encampment on the grounds of the Country fair where there will be entertainment throughout the day with 1940's dancing and singing with different entertainers on a wartime stage , and in the evening there will be a separate military dance within the encampment for all military personell. Re-enactors also required. Details on 01233 860 564, email wardepartment@btinternet.com or www.usoshows.com

  
       
       
  13 / 14 June 2009

Frontline Dover
A free weekend of 1940s fun & entertainment in the centre of Dover.
Pencester Gardens, Sat. 10am to 5pm, Sun 10am to 4pm.
Military & Civilian Vehicles, 40s Displays, Fashion Show, Exhibitions, Living History, Trade Stalls, Free bandstand events, Childrens traditional rides.
(A great weekend of fun for FREE - I went last year and it was a really nice event - ED).

  
       
       
  13 / 14 June 2009

Mid Hants Railway Wartime Weekend
Lots going on. Tickets for this special event can be purchased in advance or from one of the Stations along the Line.  Tickets cost £15* per Adult and £8* per Child (aged 2-16).  A Family Ticket can be obtained for a discounted £38* (2 Adults and 2 Children).  Prices quoted include booking fee.  For advance bookings and Timetable information, call 01962 733810 or visit www.watercressline.co.uk

  
       
       
  13 June 2009

U.S.O. Hellfire corner dance, Dover Town Hall, Dover
Featuring the one and only Sticky Wicket and his band, and backed up by Tony Two Hats playing his hot swing collection of original vintage tracks, also appearing are the Kent Lindy Hoppers performing  vintage dance displays such as Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Collegiate Shag etc, Licensed bar and food available,
Doors open from 7.30 pm to 11.30 pm
Tickets  £15.00
Further information 01304 213902 or 07972194745, email advice@regency-ifa.co.uk

 
       
       
  13 June 2009

Stage Door Canteen 1940's Dance at Pratts Bottom Village Hall
7.30 till midnight. Bring your own drinks, tea & coffee provided.
A great 1940s Dance with sounds from Terry Elliott's Sentimental Journey
Dress Code 1940's allied uniform or civilian dress
Details and Tickets Phone 0207 515 8981 or 0208 4602830

NEW WEBSITE at

http://www.stagedoorcanteen.co.uk.

  
       
       
  19 June 2009

Spirit of the 40’s Ball, Stratford-upon-Avon, Stratford Armouries, Gospel Oak Lane, Pathlow, nr Stratford, Warwickshire, CV37 0JA
7.30pm. Dancing to The Jiveoholics, wartime buffet and fully-themed ‘40s event. Tickets £35 {including a donation to Help for Heroes}.Enquiries; 01789 262468 or info@stratfordarmouries.co.uk. www stratford armouries.co.uk

  
       
       
  20-21 June 2009

AVONCROFT WARTIME WEEKEND
Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings, Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove,
Worcestershire B60 4JR.
Visit Avoncroft Museum for this popular event weekend and find out what it was like to live in the 1940s. Featuring Military and Home Front Living History Displays, fashion shows,  music song and dance throughout the day. You can have your children infantry trained or evacuated on the miniature railway and also see the spectacular battle show as the Allies fight their way into Northern France. An action packed day out for all the family. Adults £6.60, Children £3.00
Reenactor Queries to Paul Bavill, Foreign Field Events on 0113 232 0095, 07975 619409 or email on p.bavill@foreign-field.co.uk or see

www.foreign-field.co.uk/avoncroft.html for further event information.
Visitor Enquiries and Advance Ticket Sales to Avoncroft on 01527 831363

 
       
       
  21 June 2009

Swing is King!
Experience the sensational sound of Swing with ‘Strictly Come Swing Dancing’ and ‘King Pleasure & the Biscuit Boys’
7pm, £10.50 Parr Hall.
Fans of swing music are in for a rip-roaring good time as Strictly Come Swing Dancing with King Pleasure & the Biscuit Boys hits Warrington next month. This high-energy event will have you swinging in the aisles in an evening of sensational sounds from an era when Swing was most definitely King! Join in the fun with the demonstration dance classes and make sure you’re up to speed with the moves of the era (from 7.15pm)! Take to the Parr Hall dancefloor with top UK Swing band, King Pleasure & the Biscuit Boys 'the best Rhythm & Blues band on the planet!’ This fabulous dance event is suitable for all from absolute beginners upwards, with top guest teachers on-hand to put you through your paces and show you the moves to a breathtaking mix of 1940's Kansas City Jazz and Blues! Dance Class (Demo session 1) Starts 7.15pm , Freestyle with King Pleasure & the Biscuit Boys 8pm - 9pm , Dance Class (Demo session 2) 9pm - 9.30pm
Freestyle with King Pleasure & the Biscuit Boys 9.30pm - 10.30pmTo book your tickets or for further information, please contact our friendly Box Office team on 01925 442345 or visit

www.pyramidparrhall.com

  
       
       
  27 June 2009

1940’s DANCE - WATERSIDE CLUB, Holbury, Hythe, SOUTHAMPTON SO45 2PA
Pete Weston’s Swing Dance Band Featuring Miss Terri Scott Spinnin’ Jim and Swingtime Suzi
Plus Special Guests. 7.30 pm £8.50, concessions £7.50
Please contact Sue/Veronica 023 80 893750, Mon-Fri, 8am to 4 pm
or the Herald Office, High Street, Hythe, SO45 6AH
Café/Bar open from 6pm, main doors open 6.45pm
Good dance floor, Great tunes, Great atmosphere, period style building, Free parking.
This event is planned to coincide with The New Forest Remembers D-Day 65th Anniversary event at nearby Lepe Country Park, 27th and 28th June 2009

  
       
  July 2009  
       
  4-5 July 2009

Isle of Wight Steam Railway 1940s Weekend
A delightful event with everything you would expect from a 1940s railway weekend with the added attraction of a wonderfully unspoilt railway. More details to follow but put it in your diary now or book up a B&B now and go for the weekend. More details from

www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk

  
       
       
  11 July 2009

1940s Society Wartime Dance
Donnington Hall, Barretts Road, Dunton Green Nr. Sevenoaks.

The Dunton Green Home Guard has kindly allowed us an evening within The People's Hall to stage another morale-boosting Black Out Dance. 

Enjoy the atmosphere of a special venue, enhanced by a range of music from such artists as Al Bowlly, Lew Stone and Geraldo, to Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman and Tommy Dorsey, all supplied by Empire Radio.  There will also be live performances by ENSA's marvellous top of the bill singing act, the Clover Sisters.

Whether you dance or just savour the atmosphere, grab your gasmask and tin hat for an evening of wartime nostalgia and entertainment. Dress code is very much 1940s or smart (military, civilian, black tie, no axis uniforms). Bring your own drinks and snacks as there isn't a licensed bar.

Our last dance here was a great success so we are expecting an excellent and fun evening.

Order now online or phone 01732 452505 for further details.		  
       
       
  11 - 12 July 2009

PONDEROSA WAR WEEKEND
Ponderosa Rare Breeds Farm, Off Smithies Lane, Heckmondwike,
West Yorkshire, WF16 0PN 
2 day spectacular wartime weekend featuring battles, vehicles, farming demonstrations, home front memorabilia and lots more evening dance to be held at our lakeside restaurant please ring 01924 235276 for more details

  
       
       
  17 July 2009

The 1940's Society - Sevenoaks

The Pegasus and Orne Bridges on D-Day
An illustrated talk by Neil Barber.

Neil Barber, author of The Day the Devils Dropped In, the story of the 9th Parachute Battalion’s epic actions at the Merville Battery and the Chateau St Come, will be speaking about the Pegasus and Orne Bridges, the story of their capture, defence and relief on
D-Day.

Five years of research have gone into Neils new book which is due to be published by Pen & Sword in May and he will be sharing its content with us. This will be a fascinating evening so please come along if you can.

8pm at Otford Memorial Hall near Sevenoaks, Kent.
Further details from Ian on 01732 452505 Admission £2

 
       
       
  18 - 19 July 2009

OPERATION PIED PIPER - Brigstock Village, Northamptonshire
To commemorate the 70th anniversary of evacuation Brigstock Village is hosting a reunion of the people who were evacuated to that village during the war. As a backdrop to this we will be providing military and home front displays, childrens activites and music and dance through the day. FREE ADMISSION.
Reenactor Queries to Paul Bavill, Foreign Field Events on 0113 232 0095, 07975 619409 or email on p.bavill@foreign-field.co.uk or see

www.foreign-field.co.uk for further event information.

  
       
       
  22-26 July 2009

The War & Peace Show - The Hop Farm Beltring Paddock Wood Kent TN12 6PY

Vehicles, Traders, Re-enactors, Dances, Home Front displays, the list goes on and on....
Details at www.warandpeaceshow.co.uk

 
       
       
  25 - 26 July 2009

WHITTINGTON WARTIME WEEKEND -– Staffordshire Regiment Museum, Whittington Barracks, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS14 9PY.
Come once again and spend the weekend at the home of the South Stafford Airborne. Featuring Military and Home Front Displays, fashion shows, Music song and dance throughout the day. You can have your children infantry trained and also see the spectacular battle show as the Allies attempt to take a German bunker. An action packed day out for all the family. Adults £6.00, Children £3.00
Reenactor Queries to Paul Bavill, Foreign Field Events on 0113 232 0095, 07975 619409 or email on p.bavill@foreign-field.co.uk or see

www.foreign-field.co.uk/whittington.html for further event information.
Visitor Enquiries and Advance Ticket Sales to Staffordshire Regiment Museum on 01543 434394

  
       
       
  31 July 2009

The "Not Forgotten" Anne Shelton Tribute Show, The Winter Garden, Eastbourne, East Sussex
31st July 2009 will be the 15th anniversary to the day that Anne sadly passed away. This charity show for the “Not Forgotten Association” which is a charity for disabled ex-servicemen and women from all conflicts from WW2 to current day warfare will feature many artists including: Teresa Cahill, Clare Cunliffe, Ian Flemming, Mark Porter, Swingtime Sweethearts, Jacquie Toye. Tickets and further details are available from the box office on 01323 412000.

  
       
  August 2009  
       
  8 August 2009

Spitfire Bounce 7-30 till Midnight
Swing, Jive & Boogie all night to music from the 1940s & early 1950s.
Slade Green Community Center, Bridge Road, Erith (Dartford) DA8 2HS
Dress to Impress, 40s or 50s Civilian or Allied uniform
Free tea, coffee & doughnuts, Please bring your own drinks
Tickets £6 or £7 on the door
Details: 07506 851862 or

www.spitfirebounce.com

  
       
       
  29, 30, 31 August 2009

Militaty Odyssey
Kent Show Ground, Detling, Kent, ME14 3JF
August Bank Holiday Weekend Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th & Monday 31st August 2009 Gates open at 9.30am (PRE PAID TICKETS 9.15am) with Arena Events commencing at 10.00am. Not only the Country's Largest Multi-Period Living History Event, but now the Worlds largest event of its type with a huge collectors market with hundreds of traders.
Details at: www.military-odyssey.com

  
       
  September 2009  
       
  5 & 6 September 2009

ELSECAR RAILWAY WARTIME WEEKEND
Elsecar Heritage Railway, Wath Road, Elsecar S74 8HJ.
Returning for its fifth year. Come to the railway and enjoy the explosive battle to liberate the station, try your hand with the wartime firefighting equipment, see the gunnery display, the fashion show and fall your children in for drill and combat training. Evening Blitz Ball is once again being provided by the Ockbrook Big Band and Paul Harper. Admission prices are £5.00 Adult, £3.00 OAP and Concessions. Dance Tickets are £12.00 including Pie & Pea Supper. Contact Paul Bavill, Foreign Field Events on 0113 232 0095, 07975 619409 or email on p.bavill@foreign-field.co.uk or see

www.foreign-field.co.uk/elsecar.html for further event information

 
       
       
  25 September 2009

The 1940's Society - Sevenoaks

Speaker to be confirmed

8pm at Otford Memorial Hall near Sevenoaks, Kent.
Further details from Ian on 01732 452505 Admission £2

 
       
       
  26 - 27 September 2009

RAILWAY AT WAR - Northampton & Lamport Railway's 1940s Weekend
Pitsford & Brampton Station, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, Northampton NN6 8BA.
Recreating the 1940s experience of life on the Home Front during World War Two. Meet the local Home Guard, chat with evacuees and sample 1940s rations. Spitfire and Hurricane flypast from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (Saturday). Military and civilian vehicle displays. Battle re-enactments staged on both days. Entertainment and Real Ale Bar from Friday evening dancing to the sounds of swing DJ J.P. and Saturday night Dance featuring The Rutland Big Band. 1940s civilian dress or allied military uniform encouraged. Trade, re-enactor, exhibitor and vehicle enquiries welcome. Further details

http://www.nlr.org.uk/events/rlyatwar.htm or email railwayatwar@btinternet.com

RAILWAY AT WAR 1940s Swing Dance on Saturday 26th September 2009 from 7.30pm till 11.30pm at Pitsford & Brampton Station, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, Northampton. NN6 8BA. Featuring the Rutland Big Band and supported by 40s swing DJ, JP.Tickets £10 - For further information and to download ticket order form see our website

www.nlr.org.uk/events/rlyatwar.htm or email railwayatwar@btinternet.com

 
       
  October 2009  
       
  24 October 2009

Spitfire Bounce 7-30 till Midnight
Swing, Jive & Boogie all night to music from the 1940s & early 1950s.
Slade Green Community Center, Bridge Road, Erith (Dartford) DA8 2HS
Dress to Impress, 40s or 50s Civilian or Allied uniform
Free tea, coffee & doughnuts, Please bring your own drinks
Tickets £6 or £7 on the door
Details: 07506 851862 or

www.spitfirebounce.com

  
       
       
  31 October 2009

U.S.O. Halloween dance Winchelsea new hall Winchelsea East Sussex, 
full listing to be announced. Further details on 01233 860 564, email info@usoshows.com  web

www.usoshows.com

 
       
  November 2009  
       
  7 November 2009

1940s Dance Night - York House, Richmond Road, Twickenham
Step back in time, return to the 1940s and dance the night away to the music of Glenn Miller and other big bands of the 1940s at Big Band Blitz, with the Jon Bennett Big Band, plus showbiz guests. 1940s period dress and memorabilia, food and drink from the NAAFI, the Air-Raid Warning, plus much more.
Doors open at 6.30pm for a 7.30pm start. Tickets are £17.50 and can be booked in advance by post from Aspects Productions, 44 London Road, Twickenham, TW1 3RR  {cheques payable to Aspects Productions} or by credite card {booking fee will apply} from Ticketweb on 08444 771000.General Enquiries: contact Warren Walters at Aspects Productions,
tel: 020 8973 3605.


 
       
       
  27 November 2009

The 1940's Society - Sevenoaks

Speaker to be confirmed

8pm at Otford Memorial Hall near Sevenoaks, Kent.
Further details from Ian on 01732 452505 Admission £2

 
       
  December 2009  
       
  5 December 2009

Spitfire Bounce 7-30 till Midnight
Swing, Jive & Boogie all night to music from the 1940s & early 1950s.
Slade Green Community Center, Bridge Road, Erith (Dartford) DA8 2HS
Dress to Impress, 40s or 50s Civilian or Allied uniform
Free tea, coffee & doughnuts, Please bring your own drinks
Tickets £6 or £7 on the door
Details: 07506 851862 or

www.spitfirebounce.com

  
       
       
  31 December 2009

U.S.O. New Years Eve Dance Winchelsea new hall Winchelsea East Sussex
Full listing to be announced. Further information on 01233 860 564, info@usoshows.com  web

www.usoshows.com