Probus club of Basingstoke holds 44th annual general meeting

Originally formed in 1979, the club has provided fellowship for retired professionals with a range of backgrounds including military, legal, scientific, and business sectors.

The newly-appointed leadership team for the club includes president Stephen Thair, a retired solicitor, and vice president John Swain, a former bank note design manager.

They are supported by secretary Andrew Barton, treasurer Dr Jeff Grover, publicity officer Paul Flint, outings organiser Chris Perkins MVO, programme secretary Michael Luck, and welfare officer Dr Nick Waring.

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President Stephen Thair with his committee  (Image: Probus club of Basingstoke)

Despite the introduction of the Equalities Act, which allows membership choices for protected interest groups, the all-male Probus Club of Basingstoke opted to retain its existing format.

This decision, helped by the existence of a well-established Ladies' Probus Club in Basingstoke with a similar stance, has seen the club maintain its role as a club for retired men.

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The Probus Club of Basingstoke holds monthly business meetings at the Test Valley Golf Club, with lunch following on some occasions.

The July meeting will feature member David Wickens as the speaker discussing 'Lord' George Sanger, touted as Britain's greatest showman.

August sees an annual summer pub lunch at the Bolton Arms in Old Basing including members and their partners.

For more information you can visit probusbasingstoke.club or alternatively, Andrew Barton can be reached by phone for an informal chat on 07814 937202.