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Brigg Amateur Social Historians (BASH)
Tue 2nd Feb '10 - The History of Iron & Steel Making in Scunthorpe
Steve initially took us into the pre-historic past of the area explaining the origin of the vast iron-stone deposits in the area. These were then discovered in the late 1850's in the region of the five small villages of Scunthorpe, Frodingham, Crosby, Brumby and Ashby. This resulted in the development of an iron and steel industry and rapid population growth. He showed many images of the, very labour intensive, early days of the industry and some very rare movie clips. The works included Frodingham Ironworks; North Lincoln Ironworks; Redbourn Hill Iron & Coal Company; Appleby Ironworks; John Lysaght's Iron and Steelworks. Finally, in the early 1980's, it was realised that the local ore (20% iron) could not compete with imported ore (at 60-70% iron) and it was decided to close all the local mines and quarries. Steve gave a fascinating talk that was extremely well attended and enjoyed by everybody. The photograph is of the speaker and some retired steel workers, showing, from left to right: John Tindall, Doug Parker, Les Wells (seated), Steve Cook (speaker), Len Hippisley, Steve Stubbins.
PEOPLE TO HELP WITH THE BRIGG GHOST WALKS STARTING HALLOWEEN 2010. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN LOCAL HISTORY AND ABLE TO TELL A GOOD GHOST STORY? MARSHALS ARE ALSO REQUIRED. EMAIL US FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. Sun 29th Nov '09 - November Ghost Walk
In the middle of the walk it seemed for a while that, and for the first time ever, the weather had got the better of us. But the rain went away, the brollies went down, the shower was forgotten and the walk continued as planned. All of those on the walk that we spoke to afterwards said how much they had enjoyed the evening, finding it entertaing and informative. Tue 15th Sep '09 - B.A.S.H. Annual General MeetingBASH AGM was held at the Nelthorpe Arms, Bridge Street, Brigg. Chairman Josie Webb said: "BASH had another great year in 2008/2009. Attendances at meetings had increased and we have had some very interesting speakers" The highlight of the year was the V.E. night on May 8th. This has become so popular that people are already enquiring about tickets for next years event (which will be held on Friday, May 7th 2010). The committee voted in for 2009/2010 are: Chairman- Josie Webb Vice Chairman - Brian Denison Secretary - Pat Parkinson Treasurer - Denise Torpey Media Contacts - Graham Austin & Phil Allen Posters - Chris Whitty & Caroline Sharpe Photographer - Kathleen Devai Buffets - Jean Neall BASH has two new sponsors - Pol's Pantry and Colemans on Queen Street. The committee would like to thank all of the BASH sponsors for their help and support over the past year.
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