March 27, 2010 1:00 PM. 15 attended.

Britain At War Experience & Music of the 1940's Concert

London Bridge Tube Station (map)

Selected By: Robert

On Saturday 27th March, we are having a 1940's themed day!
At 1pm we will be visiting the Britain At War Experience and then in the evening we will be going to a concert at the Royal Festival Hall on 1940's music!

About the Britain at War Experience
The Second World War was the most turbulent and eventful period in the history of the 20th century. It affected the lives of millions of people all over the world, advanced technology and changed political boundaries and ideas of human behaviour.
But what was it really like? How did it really feel to be a British citizen during the Second World War? What did people eat and wear? The Britain at War Experience can answer these questions and many more.

The experience lasts about 1h 30mins and is £10.30 each if you show your London Culture Card, (£12.95 if you have not yet joined).

We will be meeting at London Bridge Tube Station, inside the station, near the ticket barriers, when you come through the barriers look for the 'Tooley Street' exit and we will be waiting under that sign.

Afterwards, we will head to a local bar or cafe for a chat over a drink.

1940's Concert: 'We'll Meet Again'
Take a nostalgic journey as June Whitfield introduces more memorable hits from the Blitz era with Gavin Sutherland, special guests and live orchestra in an all singing and dancing celebration.
Back by popular demand following a sold out 2009 show, the evening features another programme of timeless classics commemorating the World War Two years, including 'In the Mood', 'We'll Meet Again', 'A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square' and 'Begin the Beguine'.
Plus a toe-tapping tribute to George Formby featuring 'Mr Wu', 'Leaning on the Lamp Post' and 'When I'm Cleaning Windows' and a traditional singalong to 1940s favourites including 'Underneath the Arches', 'Run Rabbit Run' and 'Hang out the washing on the Siegfried line'.

Tickets cost from £12.50 each, click here to book your ticket!
If you are attending just the concert, we will be meeting in the Archduke Pub (153 Concert Hall Approach) near Waterloo Station from 6:15pm, the concert starts at 7:30pm. Click here for a map of the pub...


Please indicate, if you are attending both events or just one.

If you can't see us, please call.

Hope to see you there!

Regards

Robert
07905 901 834

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15 attended
4.00 4.003 (3 ratings)
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    Robert
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    The Britain at War Experience was very interesting and the concert was good fun!
  • rachel
    Meetups attended - 15
    Liked the concert but felt a little awkward and embarassed waiting an hour for Robert to show up....as he told me when I checked details he would be early...when I called when i got to the venue he told me that he would be half an hour...reality an hour! And I could have joined them as they weren't far away....Felt him not telling me wher they were was very rude....as I made a special journey to meet them early. I thought that was a bit inconsiderate. Leaving myself and another woman - both alone as didn't know each other and looking for Robert. Actually felt a little awkward to be honest at event because of above. Think the actual concert was great and Robert has great ideas but needs to sort out meeting venues and keep to time if meeting people as second time in two weeks. Needs to change venue so everyone meets in one place or leave people to meet people waiting.
  • Trevor Wicks
    Meetups attended - 1
    Went to Britain At War Experience only. It was an interesting experience that i enjoyed very much. I would not have gone there on my own, or even with a partner, as it would have been too expensive at almost 13 pounds. But with the group it was just over half that sum - this was good value. It was great to have a drink and a chat in a pub afterwards, where we talked about future meetups and possible days out, giving us all something to look forward to. Well done to all involved! Trevor.
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