The Zeebrugge Strike: A Wartime Raid Revisited with Mr Mike Palmer
St Mark's Church, 16 Reading Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6NA
The talk also honours Lt Cdr Arthur Leyland Harrison VC, who lost his life during the raid and is commemorated with a plaque on the chapel wall. The church and WWI Memorial Chapel will also be open from 10am to 3pm.
Highlights…
• Experts will be available to share stories of the 190+ individuals named on the Chapel Wall.
• Mr Jim Ennis will explore the site’s connection to poet Sir John Betjeman.
• Discover our literary link to Jane Austen with a dedicated speaker.
• Children can enjoy a fun “How many lions can you find?” activity.
• Light refreshments will be served.
This event is part of the Rushmoor Heritage Festival, celebrating aviation, military and local heritage across Aldershot and Farnborough. For the full programme, please visit www.rushmoor.gov.uk/heritagefestival.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 11am to noon
Location & directions
St Mark's Church, 16 Reading Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6NA
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking preferred
- Booking conditions:
- Pre-booking may be required. For more information, visit the St Mark’s Church website.
- Booking website:
- https://www.stmarksfarnborough.co.uk/
Accessibility details
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