2019
Plenty of mentions of John Betjeman and friends, including Patrick Leigh Fermor, in Tony Scotland’s wonderful book. Looks like an interesting talk organised by the Norfolk Churches Trust on 23 June at 6pm at Wolterton Hall. “JOY RIDE” By TONY SCOTLAND writer,...
2019
Many congratulation to John Betjeman fan, Ptolemy Dean on being awarded an OBE for services to heritage and design in the 2019 Birthday Honours list. Congratulations also go to Griffith Rhys Jones who received an OBE for services to the national civic society...
2019
It is with great sadness to announce the recent passing of Peter Gammond (1925 – 2019). Our sympathies go to his wife Anna and the family at this difficult time. Peter had a full life including being a prolific poet. He had a long association with the Betjeman...
2019
The winner of the inaugural Betjeman Society Award was announced on Saturday 11 May at the Society’s AGM in Aldershot. The winner was presented with a trophy comprising one of Martin Jenning’s limited edition cast bronze maquettes of the John Betjeman statue at St...
2019
Many congratulations to Simon Armitage on being appointed the 21st Poet Laureate and following in the footsteps of Sir John Betjeman.
2019
The Society’s AGM is being held on Saturday 11 May at the Aldershot Military Museum, at 11.00 for 11.30 start. The Military Museum is at Queen’s Avenue, Aldershot, GU11 2LG. This year the AGM includes the announcement of the first winner of the new...
