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Informal Social Gatherings

Monthly Social Meetings in Chelmsford

We hold monthly informal social gatherings in a relaxed setting where members and visitors can chat, exchange information, and enjoy a drink or meal. These meetings are informal and have no set agenda.

Venue

The Globe Pub Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, CM1 2QJ (Opposite the Esso garage)

Time

Meetings start at 14:00, with the organiser usually present from 13:00. Lunch and refreshments are available from the pub.

Parking

The pub has its own car park, please check if you need to register on arrival.

There is no admission charge and non-members are welcome, although the pub expects attendees to purchase a drink or food.

Upcoming Dates

Date

Time

Location

Notes

Thursday, October 22, 2026
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, November 26, 2026
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, December 17, 2026
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, January 21, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, February 18, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, March 18, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, April 15, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, May 20, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, June 17, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, July 15, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, August 19, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, September 16, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Thursday, October 14, 2027
13:00
The Globe
13:00 for lunch, 14:00 for meeting
Presentations and Illustrated Talks

Talks and Slide Shows

We hold bi-monthly Saturday afternoon meetings in Chelmsford, joint with the Omnibus Society Eastern & Southern Branch.  From Autumn 2026, the venue has changed and is now the Central Baptist Church, Victoria Road South, Chelmsford, CM1 1LN.  Less than 5 minutes walk from the bus and rail stations; the Sandon Park & Ride buses stop almost outside the door.  No parking on site. 

Venue

NOTE NEW VENUE!
Central Baptist Church,
Victoria Road South, Chelmsford,
CM1 1LN.
Approximately 5 minutes’ walk from Chelmsford bus and rail stations.

Time

Meetings start at 14:30, with doors opening at 14:00. Tea, coffee & biscuits provided!

Getting there

There is no parking on site, but several public car parks are nearby. The Sandon Park & Ride bus stops almost outside the door and other local buses stop close by. The rail station is 2 minutes walk away.

Upcoming Dates

Date

Time

Location

Speaker/ Topic

Saturday, December 12, 2026
14:00
Central Baptist Church, Chelmsford
Ian Ransom - Chelmsford to Edinburgh by bus
Saturday, February 20, 2027
14:00
Central Baptist Church, Chelmsford
From Scilly to Shetland by bus - slide show by Alan Osborne
Saturday, April 10, 2027
14:00
Central Baptist Church, Chelmsford
Views from the John Boylett Collection, Eastern National, Essex Buses and Thamesway, in the mid to late 1990s - presented by Ian Ransom
Saturday, June 12, 2027
14:00
Central Baptist Church, Chelmsford
Liverpool & Merseyside Buses, slide show by Robert Appleton. 1984 to 2026. Starting with Merseyside Transport in 1984 and finishing with Liverpool City Region Franchising: Stagecoach Metro in St Helens 9/2026
Saturday, October 9, 2027
14:00
Central Baptist Church, Chelmsford
Peter Nathaniel, Managing Director, Transport Made Simple, will talk about the TMS business including the Central Connect operations in Essex and beyond

All meetings and gatherings are open to both members and non-members. There is no obligation to join the Group, there is no charge, and no booking is required to attend any of our meetings.

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