Andrew Lound: Birmingham and Black Country Skies

Explore the fascinating history of aviation in Wolverhampton, Birmingham, and the Black Country, highlighting the region's long-standing connection to flight—from hot air and hydrogen balloons to the modern jet age. Delve into the detailed history of aviation in the Midlands, featuring the early developments in Wolverhampton, the contributions of Boulton Paul, Hobson's Aerospace and more. Discover surprising facts and meet the remarkable characters who shaped this incredible journey.



About the Speaker

Andrew Lound is a renowned speaker, writer, broadcaster, and former curator of the Avery Historical Museum located at the famous Soho Foundry in Smethwick. For over 30 years he has presented dramatic lectures on space science, the Titanic, and various historical subjects. He was a regular on BBC radio from the 1990s with a popular space science phone-in.



About the Venue

Our monthly events are based at Penn Bowling Club, 10 Manor Road, Penn, Wolverhampton, WV4 5PY. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible, has good parking, toilet facilities and a bar. For users of public transport, the 15/16 bus routes along the Penn Road can be followed by a short walk up Manor Road to the venue.

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• This December, 17th December, 07:30 pm, Why the "Black Country"? in Wolverhampton

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