Milton Keynes Philatelic Society are celebrating their 40th Anniversary this year.
Back in 1979 the Society started with just a handful of members and has grown steadily in numbers over the years continuing with its original aim of assisting with, and promoting, the world’s greatest hobby, that is of course Stamp Collecting.
The Stamp Club now has several members with over 30 years’ membership.
Pete Garner is the only surviving founder member, and current President of the club. Until he suffered a stroke in 2015, Pete hadn’t missed a single meeting in almost 36 years. Talk about dedication!
The club produced commemorative covers for their 21st and 25th Anniversaries, and the handstamp for their 40th is once again based on the late Chris Garner’s design.
The Limited Edition cover will be given to anyone attending the 40th Anniversary Stamp Fair on Saturday, September 7, running between 10am to 4pm.
The picture on the cover is of the Methodist Hall, Queensway in Bletchley - the same hall where the club has held all its meetings. Stamp Fairs have been held since 1982.
The Stamp Fairs are friendly events and a warm welcomes comes as standard.
Homemade cakes will tempt you too, and dare we say that service if first class?!
A mixture of Stamp Dealers and members will be selling stamps and covers. Who knows what you will find...
Further celebrations are planned this year, including a special 40th Anniversary Party in December.
For further information on the Stamp Fair or joining the Milton Keynes Philatelic Society call 01908 521220 or click here
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