Probably the longest emigration voyage in history This talk shows how to use a variety of sources to tell a story about a family member - not to be missed” . This is a slight change from the original talk. All are welcome to attend the meeting at The Methodist Church Hall, Queensway, Bletchley at 7.30. Wednesday 5th February 2025
This tale is told now here. It emanates from family history research and relates the story (and stories) of the first families to settle on Vancouver Island off the west coast of Canada. Using entries from the log book of the sailing ship that took them there and through the writings of some on board. It tracks their 1852 journey from home via a five-month sailing ship voyage around Cape Horne, through heat and cold, through snow and winds, through storm and tempest. The presentation then follows the families happenings in their first five years in what was then a new colony, and tells of the legacy they left behind in what is now a tourist destination, the islands capital Victoria.
The meeting will start at 7.30 pm and will be free for members, any non members who may wish to attend will be charged £2. Teas and Coffees will be available after the meeting. We would love to see folk back together again and look forward to seeing you all at
BFHS Northern Group
The Methodist Church Hall, Queensway, Bletchley
For a map see Northern Branch