We start the 2027 speaker programme by welcoming Neil Hanson, a successful author, with over 60 published books to his name. After graduating from University with a degree in Philosophy, which in his own words and with tongue in cheek, says gave him an excellent grounding and ability to pursue numerous careers, including being a plasterer’s mate and even a Butlin’s Redcoat. However his various jobs did give him the opportunity to meet some fascinating and quirky characters many of whom will feature in his interestingly entitled presentation:

CHAMPAGNE BREAKFAST AND FLYING PIGS