Tuesday 18th November 2025, 7.30-9.00pm (Doors open from 7pm)
The AGM followed by a Talk.
Dorset Family History Society is pleased to welcome MALCOLM ANGEL to their Monthly Meeting at St George's Church Hall, Darby's Lane, Oakdale POOLE, BH15 3EU to give a talk on the 'FACTS, MYTHS & LEGENDS OF WIMBORNE'S MYSTERIOUS PAST'.
Following on from the AGM this will be an amusing talk on Wimborne’s fascinating, quirky and surprisingly influential role in far more than just our own national history.
Mighty Kings, warrior emperors, miracles, a very unusual Pope, a spot of naughty dancing and the founding of the new World have all been shaped by the hand of Wimborne…. not even Wimborne’s name is what we think it is…. It sounds fascinating!
Malcolm, who runs the Wimborne Literary Festival and Gullivers Bookshop on the High Street, was born in Twickenham and moved to Hamworthy at the age of 11. There, he would meet and marry his wife, with whom he’d have two children.
After working in advertising, he moved to Wimborne and was elected mayor in 1988. He used this position to lead a campaign in support of reopening the Tivoli Theatre, lobbying parliament and bringing together the community. They were successful, and Malcolm went on to manage the venue.
Malcolm is well known for his knowledge and love of Wimborne which leads to some fascinating talks and guided walks around the town.
Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Plenty of free parking.
£3 to include tea/coffee and biscuits.
EVERYONE WELCOME, both Members & Non-members. Only Members will be able to vote at the AGM.
