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THE PALM COURT DANCE ORCHESTRA with Paul Harper. Dance music in the 1930's and 1940's style with instrumentation & musical arrangement of those days. Contact Derek Sutcliffe 0113 253 3669 or visit their web site at www.palmcourt.org.uk
ANYTHING
BLOWS is a twelve piece dance band based in the East Midlands;
playing a variety of music from the 1930s to the 1990s and featuring music
from artists such as Glenn Miller, Count Basie, James Last, and the Beatles.
Visit the web site at: www.anythingblows.co.uk
THE
NICK ROSS ORCHESTRA, SOUNDS OF THE GLENN MILLER ERA. Check
their web site for events throughout of England from Lancaster to Bournemouth.
With a classic Big Band line-up of saxophones, trumpets, trombones, a rhythm
section and singers, the Nick Ross Orchestra faithfully recreate the classic
Big Band sound of the 1940s. www.nickrossorchestra.com
THE
DEBBIE CURTIS RADIO BIG BAND. The Most Exciting Big Band Jazz
& Swing Show in the UK! Covering many eras, the band features vocalists
John Miller (Nephew of Glenn Miller) & Iain Ewing, plus Hobsons Choice
Dancers & Re-Enactors. The band has over 1000 music arrangements and offers
packages to suit every budget for any occasion, privately or commercially.
http://www.debbiecurtis.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1494 817094 Email: office@debbiecurtis.co.uk
THE TONY STRUDWICK BIG BAND has the right experience, musical knowledge and look, to re-create that very special authentic sound that revisits the 40s era. The big Band re-creates the authentic sound of Glen Miller, Count Basie, Woody Herman, Duke Ellington and many of the famous bands of the 1940s. Visit their web site at: www.tonystrudwick.co.uk
THE GEORGE THORBY BIG BAND. Established 55+ years ago, possibly the longest running big band in the UK which is STILL directed by George himself. Also, the first big band to appear, on Hughie Green’s Opportunity Knocks. This is a professional organization has the usual big band line-up. You can find out more details from the website. www.georgethorbybigband.co.uk
ASHBY BIG BAND are a Big Band based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch who perform in and around the Midlands. Glenn Miller, Basie, Ellington, Swing Rock and Roll and Pop - music for any occasion. Why not visit their web site at www.ashbybigband.com
THE CRACKLING PIG the finest suppliers of hog roasts and barbecues for corporate and private functions, including 1940s WWII Events. Our company is situated in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire and can provide catering at events throughout The South East. For further details visit our website is www.thecracklingpig.co.uk
MOBILE CANTEEN run by WVS re-enactors would like to be invited to 1940/WWII themed events anywhere in the East Anglia area. The van has already been seen at events where it served hot drinks, cakes and sandwiches to re-enactors. If you are planning a birthday party, corporate event, film set or any type of 40s event where you might need a working mobile canteen, contact Geoff by email at th@takeheart.co.uk
G.I. JIVE the best 1940's record hops. Why not visit his web site at www.gi-jive.co.uk by clicking on this web address where he lists forthcoming Dance Classes
UK
LINDY & SWINGis
a new internet-based community of Swing dance, Lindy and Jive fans. Meet and
chat with like-minded dance fans, browse the calendar of events and workshops,
up load photos, sell 40s/50s memorabilia, arrange meet-ups or group trips
out, maybe even find a dance partner. E-mail Rache at rache@swing-dancing.co.uk
or visit the web site at www.swing-dancing.co.uk
COCONUT
GROVE Gives you a rough guide to: Jive along with some of
the venues relatively close to the RUTLAND area where you can learn to JIVE.
Links to other web sites provide more in depth Dance News and Information.
Lists some events happening near to and not quite so near to the RUTLAND area.
Visit the web site at www.coconutgrove.freeserve.co.uk
THE
CINQUE PORTS LINDY HOPPERS are a small troupe that offer lindy
hop displays for all kinds of events, as well as put on dances and hold classes.
Visit their web site at www.cinqueportslindyhoppers.com
SWING
& JIVE DANCING WITH HOPPIN' MAD "Hoppin' Mad"
are Graeme & Ann. Based in Bath, we teach and perform all over the UK
and abroad. We have numerous tv and film credits, including choreography for
Aardman Animation's Chicken Run. We specialize in dance styles from the 20's,
through the 40's, up to the 50's. Dances include The Charleston, The Big Apple,
Collegiate Shag, Balboa and The Lindy Hop. We can provide costumed cabaret
and fun lessons for corporate functions and themed events such as Prohibition
Balls or 1940's D-Day dances. Our website is at www.hoppinmad.co.uk
HEP
CAT HOP – TC & Joyce teach a mix of Jive & Swing
moves from the 30s/40s/50s plus Strolls, Charlston & Shim Sham to the
fabulous music of this period from Count Basie to Louis Jordan, Western Swing
to Chuck Berry at Heptonstall, West Yorkshire. Beginners, Improvers &
Intermediate classes every Tuesday night. Visit their web site at www.hepcathop.com
SWING
JIVE - Learn to Swing, Salsa or Ballroom Dance. Free dance
lessons online. Jive moves,salsa steps, and ballroom to Latin sequences. Visit
the web site at: http://www.swingjive.co.uk
HEPCATHOP Swing Jive classes and Hops at Heptonstall Bowling Club, West Yorks. HX77NX with TC and Joyce. Nice period dance-hall atmosphere with resident band TC and the Swingcats playing Juke Joint Jive, Western Swing and Gypsy Jazz. Visit the web site at: www.hepcathop.com
SWING
D.J. SERVICE & FUN DANCE CLASSES - Chris (Good Rockin
Daddy) Pamplin offers a professional DJ service and several other services
based in Yeovil and the surrounding counties. Music for themed events and
private events such as: Weddings, Dances, War time events, Private parties,
Themed parties, Gangster, etc. Tel: 0845 094 3757 or visit the web sites at
www.swingcats.co.uk
and www.gijive.co.uk
RUG-CUTTERS LINDYHOP - We are a new club launched for people wanting to learn how to Lindyhop/Jitterbug/ Swing dance to music from the 1930's to current style swing & big bands. Set up by Paul & Fae (teaching since 2002) to encourage people of all ages to try out and learn fun dances of the 1930's/1940's era. Based in the Huntingdon/Peterborough area, we can also teach workshops in your area, as well as performance demonstrations (we have performed every year at the Glenn Miller Festival), fun classes; Visit our web site at: www.rug-cutters.co.uk
CAMB & BEDS LINDYHOP EXPERIENCE - We teach Lindy-hop, Balboa, Collegiate Shag and Partner Charleston in the Cambridgeshire / Bedfordshire area. We are also involved in WW11 Re-enactment/ Living History. For further details please see our website: www.cambsbedslindy.co.uk
DANCING
CLASSES - We teach 1940's style Jive & Lindy Hop mainly
in the Midlands but often in London. We also teach 1940's style Ballroom Quickstep
& Foxtrot (Ideal for Hanger Dances). After all, that's what we British
were doing before those Damn Yanks arrived! Why not visit our web site at:
www.fortiesdance.co.uk
G.I.
JIVE the best 1940's record hops. Available for any 1940/WWII
themed function. Demonstration dancing along with his partner. He will also
provides dance classes for beginners and/or the more experienced. Why not
visit his web site at www.gi-jive.co.uk
(Click on this web address or select the icon on the left.) G.I. Jive's web
site lists all forth coming events where he will be entertaining and much
more.
SWING D.J. SERVICE & FUN DANCE CLASSES - Chris (Good Rockin Daddy) Pamplin offers a professional DJ service and several other services based in Yeovil and the surrounding counties. Music for themed events and private events such as: Weddings, Dances, War time events, Private parties, Themed parties, Gangster, etc. Tel: 0845 094 3757 or visit the web sites at www.swingcats.co.uk and www.gijive.co.uk
HOMEFRONT TOMMY your 1940s Deejay providing music from the WWII Years & Ration Years. 1940s swing music at its best. Give him a call on 07812 823666 or 01772 631605 or email: homefronttommy@aol.com or visit his web site at: www.hometown.aol.co.uk/homefronttommy/index.html
DJ HOWLIN WOLF has been playing 40s music since 1979. If you are organising a 40s event anywhere in the Midlands area and are looking for a DJ give him a call on 07860 187796, mobile 01162570481 or email at julianlodge@aol.co
MR
BOWTIES GRAMOPHONE MEDLEYS - I play music from the early 1930's
through to late 1940's, such as Ragtime, Swing, Charleston, Western Swing,
by artists such as Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Fats Waller, Tommy Dorsey, Django
Reinhardt, Count Basie, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald etc. I am available
for hire at Special parties like Anniversaries, Birthdays, background and
incidental music, private functions, etc. I can also dance along with my partner
to the music while it is playing, and can supply more dancers if necessary
all of whom can dance Balboa, Colegic Shag, Lindy hop, Charleston, etc. I
travel around in my 1930 Ford model A, and can be hired for any event, no
venue too small. Further details tel. 01233
860 564 or email wardepartment@btinternet.com
KINGS
OF SWING SHOW. Based in North Lincolnshire (Bomber County)
he has been involved in DJ work since 1969, alternating with periods of playing
tenor sax & drums in one or more jive bands the length and breadth of
Europe. He is resident DJ at JJ.s Swing Dance Society in Cleethorpes which
meets twice a month. He caters for swing jive functions and WWII related events.
He can be contacted on 01472 319926 or Email
bluecap@ntlworld.com Web sites www.myspace.com/kingsofswingshow
and http://homepage.ntlworld.com/bluecap/index.htm
JILL
DANIELS singer entertainer - Britains No.1 Wartime WWII 1940s
Show. She offers Sing Along Shows for Theatre, 1940s Events, Civic Community
Centres and Halls "VERA LYNN TRIBUTE" : "VERA LYNN SONGS"
: "VERA LYNN MUSIC" : "VERA LYNN SINGER". Visit her web
site at www.jilldaniels.com
GERRI SMITH AS VERA LYNN. Gerri has been performing all over the country this year as Vera Lynn...She appeared in 'Stars In Their Eyes' as Vera Lynn in 1992..when the show first began.....On Oct 15th 2005 she performed for the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance in Alington Hall Shrewsbury. She sang at the biggest celebration of WW11 event of the year at Blenheim Palace on August 14th 2004. Why not take a look at her web site at www.cabaret-lookalike.co.uk
BLITZ
BALL a unique War time show. Take a trip down memory lane.
Relive the spirit of the 1940's with a night of pure nostalgia. Up to 4 hours
first class live entertainment! We have respectfully chosen many of the memorable
moments from the war years and brought them to the stage. The Declaration
of War, the very authentic Air Raid, the Victory Celebrations - it is all
here. It is a 1940's dance, street party and last night of the proms, all
rolled into one fantastic ultimate nostalgia show. The Blitz Ball has been
presented to the audience across the UK and abroad since 1986 and can be supplied
as a stand-alone show or as a part of the 1940's style weekend. Visit the
web site at www.blitz-ball.co.uk
BLITZ
AND PEACES specialise 1940's live music mainly walkabout singsongs
at events and warm up acts for swing bands etc. but also perform meet and
greet living history manikins, school talks, exhibitions etc all itemised
on the site. It's the music that we love best though! I've been a pro musician
for years working in all styles of music all over the place, T.V. Radio (STEVE
WRIGHT SHOW RADIO 2) so we'd like to work at more 1940's style events and
don't mind where we travel, we like to have a bit of fun, like an E.N.S.A.
concert party kind of thing. Visit the web site at: www.blitzandpeaces.co.uk
THE SWINGTIME SWEETHEARTS are a 1940's/wartime entertainment duo available for booking from their web site at: www.swingtimesweethearts.com where you can hear a selection of demos and book through their manager.
COMPANY
B - A 1940’s Revue. Step back in time with a 1940’s
Revue, performed and presented by your very own Company B, who are a Staffordshire
based 1940’s family theatre group, who have enjoyed tremendous success
and enthusiastic responses throughout the country, We are set to bring to
you this unique and highly entertaining show for all the family. Sit back,
enjoy and be dazzled through this portrayal of these nostalgic years, with
sensational drama, song and dance. Visit our web site at www.companyb1940s.com
THE FORTIES FLYERS provide a nostalgic programme of wartime song and dance – Vera Lynn, Glenn Miller and all your sing-a-long favourites. Available for any occasion: ‘40s Night, Party, Re-enactment Event, Themed Wedding, Squadron Dinner, etc. For more information our to book them, call 0777 345 0135 or visit the web site at www.meritonehouse.co.uk
PUTTING ON THE BLITZ - a 1940's act written and performed by Elizabeth Ynez-Tulsen as part of 2006's Royal British Legion's 80th birthday celebrations, it is a one-woman show set in Stockport during the Blitz. Elizabeth studied jazz and classical singing at Trinity College of Music, London and has performed in some of the countries top venues including, Westminster Abbey, Royal Albert Hall and Covent Garden. The show stands alone with sound effects and backing tracks. There is plenty of opportunity for audience participation and a good old fashioned sing-a-long! Why not get a feel for what she has to offer from her web site at: www.puttingontheblitz.co.uk
PAUL HARPER - 1940`s Singer, Entertainer & Cabaret Artiste offers musical impressions of Max Miller, George Formby, James Cagney, Al Bowlly, The Andrew Sisters and many more. Family entertainment from the golden age of variety, Paul is available for weddings anniversaries, birthdays, etc; all self contained. Paul has been entertaining 1940s style for the last 15 years, working as an international cabaret artiste in the UK, Holland, France and Belgium. Visit his web site at: www.ensa.drbhosting.co.uk
THE FESTIVAL SWING DANCE SOCIETY - The society’s constitution is to keep alive the music, dance and dress of the 1940’s swing era and so far this is being achieved. Members regularly attend WW2 re-enactment events throughout the country quite often based around steam railway venues. In addition the society is regularly requested to perform jive demonstrations for different groups and clubs wishing to see something different. Visit the web site at: www.festivalswingdance.com
JOHN BRENNAN is considered to be one of the best Big Band singers in the UK having worked with Don Lusher, Laurie Holloway, The Syd Lawrence Orchestra and a BBC Big Band. His recordings have been played on Radio2. He is the vocalist with the George Thorby Big Band. Why not check out John's diary or get more details from his website: www.john-brennan.co.uk
IN THE MOOD are a group of approximately eight couples from the Brighton area who specialize in 1940's swing dancing. They will conduct a dance display and recreate a dance hall from that era. Previously the group have danced in the presence of Dame Vera Lynn, appeared on the BBC and danced at numerous charity functions and rest homes. They are a non profit making organization. Visit their web site at: www.inthemooddance.com. Alternatively bookings can be made through Mrs Kay Walker on 01273 553 565.
AN
EVENING WITH THE GERSHWINS AND COLE PORTER - Beautiful words
and music presented in a Unique style with Lynne Fox and David Windle. Fully
Narrated Show. windle5@aol.com or lynnefox145@hotmail.com
www.lynnefox.co.uk
LYNNE FOX - Beautiful Words
and Music, Ideal for your Blitz Ball/function typical 1940s style authentic
costume. Big Band or Self Contained. - www.lynnefox.co.uk
FOREIGN
FIELD EVENTS stages professional and good value historical
events with the Second World War being a speciality. Our clients include the
Royal British Legion, Historic Scotland and the Staffordshire Regiment Museum
as well as local charitable and community organisations. If you or your organisation
are interested in an event or festival then please contact p.bavill@foreign-field.co.uk
or contact 0113 232 0095 and please visit our web site at www.foreign-field.co.uk
SET
THE NIGHT ABLAZE is a 1940's themed events company specialising
in the staging of WW2 Big Band Dance nights for the public and corporate market.
Please visit www.setthenightablaze.com
to see what we do
EVENTPLAN LIMITED specialises in staging high quality historical events on behalf of clients including the Army, National Trust and various councils. We are always pleased to hear from 40s re-enactors, vehicle owners and enthusiasts interested in participating in our events, and of course from anyone interested in our skills as experienced organisers. Our web site (which features information, event listings and extensive event photo galleries) is at www.eventplan.co.uk
1940S EVENT PRODUCTION - We hold a yearly 1940s Moonlight Serenade Ball, featuring a live 'Big Band' and vocalist. We are based and hold the event in the Birmingham area of the West Midlands. Although we have not yet set a date for the 2008 event, we invite people to join our mailing list. Why not visit our web site at: www.a1940sevent.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/
40s
FORUM - a web site where you can discuss, with like minded
people, all things pertaining to the 1940s/WWII movement. Visit the site where
you can make new friend and communicate with old ones at: http://www.40s-forum.co.uk/
NEW HOMEFRONT FORUM – a brand new WW2 Homefront Forum based in Holland, especially for re-enactors? Why not try it out on and communicate with like minded people throught the world.by selecting: www.nederland4045.nl/homefront.
ALLIED FORUM - This forum is an allied only, WW2/living history site for re-enactors, collectors and living history enthusiasts. The site is to be used for information sharing, events calendar, classifieds and research. Visit the web at: http://www.alliedforum.net
THE PORTLAND HOTEL - located in the heart of the Peak District offers 1940's Nostalgia Lunches for groups of 30 - 90. The comfortable conservatory is decked out in red, white and blue bunting, Union flags adorn the tables, a themed 3 course lunch is followed by an authentic 1940's sing-a-long. For further information write to The Portland Hotel, 32 St. Johns Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6XQ or visit the web site at www.portlandhotelbuxton.net
CC41SWING – Essex official swing Dance Club, promoting the Glamour, Excitement, Sights and Sounds of a by-gone era. New for 2008, ‘La Vie En Rose’ - The 1930’s /1940’s nightclub. Stylish syncopated rhythms from 1935 to 1949, in a dramatic ambient Paris flavoured setting. Great dance floor Swell Retro DJ’s spinning TIP TOP TUNES from the Golden Age of Dance music. Licensed Bar, Large Free Car Park. Visit the web site at http://www.cc41swing.com
THE
FENLAND & WEST NORFOLK AVIATION MUSEUM, Old Lynn Road,
West Walton, Norfolk, PE14 7DA We have three large display halls, aircraft
and cockpit sections and the UK's largest display of aviation archeology as
well as excellent display sections on uniforms, weapons, home front, engines,
civil aviation and much much more. Take a look at our web site at: www.fawnaps.co.uk
RAF
BLAKELAW was a Second World War Royal Air Force Fighter Command
station based at what is now Kenton Bar, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Although the
site now contains government buildings there still exists an underground bunker
with an operations room, mess and plant room. Until recently the bunker remained
hidden from general knowledge just as it had done during the early years of
the War. A small number of enthusiasts have formed the ‘RAF Blakelaw
Preservation Group’ with a two fold purpose: 1. Restoring the bunker
to its former glory and making it available to the general public as an historical
and educational establishment. 2. Finding former RAF staff who served in the
bunker and former members of 13 Group Fighter Command to collect and preserve
their stories for posterity. This small website takes you on a tour of what
is an eerie reminder of the days when this country was under threat of invasion:
Visit their site at: http://www.bunker13.110mb.com
or http://www.rafblakelaw.co.
The group will be inviting people to subscribe to memberships as friends of the bunker but details haven’t been released as yet. They are currently looking for more people to join the management team, hopefully, in the north east as meetings are held locally. For further details contact either John Ellis at dominiccampbell12@hotmail.com or Michael Younger at mikeyounger@talktalk.net
PEGASUS WW2 DISPLAYS - MOBILE MUSEUM is known as one of the largest private collections of Original British WW2 Militaria covering all areas and aspects, including the home front. We have been displaying for the last 15 years and undertake events for the MOD, museums & specialist events, (largest covering 10,000 sq ft and we still ran out of room !).We also have a Morris quad & 25lb field gun. We are happy to talk to the veterans & general public and do school visits. Please take a look at our web site : www.pegasusww2displays.co.uk
THE 493 BOMB GROUP MUSEUM would like you to visit their site to see pictures of the Museum, the Control Tower and Home Front recreation facilities. Their website can be found at www.493bgdebach.co.uk
KEN DUNN PHOTOGRAPHER specialises in event photography. He can provide a photograph of you at the event in your 40's get up printed and mounted there and then, ready for you to take away within approximately 15 minutes. Event organisers in East Anglia, Essex or Herts especially but organisers outside of these areas might like to contact Ken via his web site at: www.KenDunnPhotography.com
1940 EVENTS ON FILM The Anderson family site containing photographs and short movies of past reenactment events of 2006 plus a forum and a section for stories. Were you captured on film? Check the web site at www.1940s.info
CHRIS MARSH PHOTOGRAPHY - We offer a wide variety of different photographic image packages to suit all tastes and requirements. Further details: email chrismarsh45@hotmail.com or visit the web site at www.portrait-group.co.uk
FORTIES FOTOS - If you are a Forties enthusiast, who takes pride in their authentic approach to re-enactment, why not finish the event off with a digitally enhanced photo that looks just like it was taken over 50 years ago. For more info visit the web site at www.fortiesfotos.co.uk
OSB MEDIA are event photographers who specialize in the 1940's. If you are a group a band a platoon and need to be photographed look no further. ‘Event Organizers’ do you need your event covered? OSB Media can fulfil the job. On most days over 200 photographs taken of the days goings on. Visit the web site at www.osbmedia.co.uk for recent events or contact them at info@osbmedia.co.uk
CHRIS MARSH – Photographer offers a wide variety of different photographic image packages-to suit all tastes and requirements. You may see him at 40’s events where he dresses as a 40s style photo journalist. Why not visit his site at www.chris-marsh.co.uk
ANGLIAN ART Specializing in photography of 1940's events, plus suppliers of 1940's pinup prints. In-house printing and graphics available. Visit the website for details and samples at: http://www.anglianart.com/photography.htm
CC41
HOME FRONTA website
with a focus on wartime Britain - times were tough for everyone. No one wants
to glorify the war or live through it again but we are determined that The
Home Front will not be forgotten.
http://www.cc41.net/
THE HOME FRONT FRIENDS is an Internet based community who preserve & portray the British Home Front during World war two. Our aim is not to glorify war or live though it again, simply that the effort of population on the home front not be forgotten. The website can be found at http://mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk/homefrontfriends
UK
HOMEFRONT We are an independant group of re-enactors who portray
the homefront during Britain’s finest hour. We do not do this to glorify
war but to remember those who lived through this terrible time. We hope to
educate and entertain as well as having a good time. This web site contains
pages about us, what we can offer events & schools. Our web site is at
www.ukhomefront.co.uk
THE
4 COMMANDO RE-ENACTMENT GROUP started in November 1999 at
the North York Moors Railway re-enactment event. They decided to build a group
identity as No. 4 Commando, an Army Commando unit. They are based all over
the country with members in Derbyshire, Gloucestershire, Hampshire, Liverpool,
London and South Yorkshire. Visit their web site at
www.4commando.org.uk
NORTHERN
FORTIES - A new 1940s re-enactment group for all those who
want to do their own individual thing. We enjoy promenading at steam railways,
putting on displays at museums, and generally dressing up to have a good time
at events in this period of history that we are all so passionate about. Our
members wear a variety of Allied and Axis uniforms (not SS), and as 1940s
civilians. Operating mainly in the North and Midlands, we are building a reputation
for being a very friendly group. Visit our website at www.northernforties.org.uk
THE
VICTORIAN WESTERNERS are agroup of re-enactors who re-enact
Victorian, Western & 1940’s time periods at various events. They're
happy to welcome new members so why not visit their web site and get a feel
for what they do. Their web address is:
http://www.victorianwesterners.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk
THE FORTIES FAMILY are a living history group who provide a 1940s living room for events around the country using late 30's and 40's collection of furniture and clothes/uniforms. The children and adults carry on quietly with their daily chores and lives as if in the 1940s while the public are welcome to watch and take photos. Why not visit their web site at: www.the-forties-family.freeservers.com or www.pitchforkshow.tvheaven.com
42nd FIELD HOSPITAL re-enactment group from Hartlepool. We are a group of people who share a love of the 1940s – most club members having had an interest in this era for many years. Although we have chosen to portray U.S. Army medical personnel we all have an interest in the 1940s generally – i.e. the homefront, austerity cooking, the music, dancing, the fashions etc. Visit our web site at: www.42ndfieldhospital.co.uk
UNITED STATES NAVY SHORE PATROL re enactors. We carry out the role of the US Navy Shore Patrol, (US Navy Land Military Police). We also entertain re enactors and the general public by being a truly interactive group, that will check identity papers, leave pass's, ensure that military personnel are correctly dressed, assist others as required such as the local Policeman or other Miltary Police units and we "arrest" those that do not meet the correct standard. Visit our web site at www.shorepatrol.co.uk
The "DONT MENTION THE WAR" LIVING HISTORY GROUP are a group of people that have all become friends and all like to re-enact the WWII years. If you are organising an event, and you are looking for re-enactors of the 1940's / WWII period, then we may well be able to help you. Visit us at http://dontmentionthewar.mysite.orange.co.uk
THE 20th CENTURY REVISITED. We are a 20th Century multiperiod re-enactment group based in Shropshire, currently with branches in Cheshire/Wirral, Yorkshire and Worcestershire, portraying ordinary people in extraordinary times from the Edwardian period through to 1980. Among our unusual displays/dioramas we portray a WWII Women's Timber Corps working field kitchen, a 1940's army drum and bugle band and a Korean War Anti-Tank Gun crew. In 2007 we added our unique Bevin Boy display consisting of a complete pit-head with mine cage! Our main intention is to have fun and get the history message across to the many hundreds of people we meet through the year. Our experience in event organising means that we can provide a full service for living history displays. Intrigued? Visit our website www.20crevisited.co.uk
PITSFORD HOME GUARD living history unit supporting the Northampton & Lamport Railway. Visit our website at http://www.nlr-homeguard.org.uk/
WW2 RE -ENACTORS NORTH EAST are an "official group" of about 60 re-enactors & individuals united by a common interest in the 1940s era. We are bound by membership, rules & regulations, but choose to gather together to socialise and educate members of the public. Why not visit our web site at: http://www.ww2reenactorsne.proboards2.com/index.cgi
THE EAST YORKSHIRE REGIMENT LIVING HISTORY GROUP - Their aim is to authentically and responsibly portray elements of the East Yorkshire Regiment and preserve, restore and display vehicles, uniforms, period weapons and associated artefacts relating to the Regiment. They can be seen at many of the 1940's events, especially in the Midlands and north of England. Why not visit their web site at: http://eastyorkshireregiment.blogspot.com
2nd BATTALION ROYAL ULSTER RIFLES RE-ENACTMENT GROUP - The Only group in the reenacting world to represent the 2nd Battalion Royal Ulster Rifles and 185 Field Regiment Royal Artillery, during WW2. We are a "mature" group of guys based in East Anglia, and are currently looking for some new members. We have some great pieces of kit and a fantastic display, so why not come along and be part of it..you will be given a very warm Irish Welcome!!. Have a look at our website at www.2ndbattalionroyalulsterrifles.com
PENNYFARTHINGTIMES for those who do Victorian meetings as well as the 40’s. For those who do Victorian meetings there is an abundance of photographs so visitors to the site can see how they dress, especially the ladies, who can see not only dress, but also make up, hair styles, and much more. All new members are welcome to 'Nostalgia Unlimited' who will even help source their 'kit'. New members are particularly welcome at the AGM in Wolverhampton and the Victorian & Forties bring and buy. Why not take a look at their web site at: www.beam.to/pennyfarthingtimes
NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE 1940s REMEMBERED ASSOCIATION - This Association was formed early in 2006 by a small band of 1940's enthusiasts who have had a life long interest and passion for all things from that era, mainly the years covered by WW2. Our interests range from WW2 aircraft, transport, music, dress, radio, the home front, in a nutshell, all things 1940's. Visit the web site at: http://www.northstaffs1940s.co.uk
JENNY'S
MILITARY WARDROBE is a well established company based in the
beautiful setting of Saddleworth, near Oldham, offering a wide range of fancy
dress and military dress hire options, serving customers throughout the UK.
Our experience, expertise and efficient approach have ensured that we have
become an established and trusted name with a reputation for a courteous and
professional service. Visit
us at www.jennysmilitarywardrobe.co.uk
BEST
OF BRITISH MAGAZINE Britain's favourite nostalgia monthly
magazine is packed with stories and pictures guaranteed to bring the memories
flooding back. Offering page after page of timeless reading, Best of British
covers every aspect of life from the 1940s through to today, recording the
way it once was and demonstrating what makes Britain so special. Just £3-40,
it's available at good newsagents throughout the UK, and by post to any address
in the world. Visit our web site on www.bestofbritishmag.co.uk
RETRO
L´AMOUR was established in 2000 making and selling vintage
inspired, handcrafted hair accessories and brooches at vintage theme events
in and around London and Europe. For 2005 our on-line shop allows us to offer
our products to a wider retro loving audience who are looking for a unique
gift. Find us at: www.retrolamour.co.uk
BIBA
LIVES Our range of original vintage clothing covers 30’s
evening wear and accessories, 40’s two-piece fitted suits and dresses,
cocktail dresses from the 50's, minis from the 60's and 1970’s polyester
and flares, even fashion from the eighties …..in fact if you’re
after something we are the most likely people to have it! Our web site will
give you a better insight in what we have to offer at www.bibalives.com
FOGEY UNLIMITED! Step back to a time when a Gentleman knew how to dress… We are committed to bringing you all those items a real Fogey Gentleman wishes to wear...but just can’t find nowadays. Be it that pair of braces... sock suspenders, A tweed Shooting suit, or indeed a Trilby or Bowler... fear not.. Step inside our store and have a nice cup of tea!! Try on anything you wish and don’t forget to pay before you leave! pip pip http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Fogey-Unlimited
G. I. HIRE - 1940's U.S. Army Uniform Hire. Going to that 1940's dance or attending one of the many 1940's Wartime weekends staged at heritage railways but have nothing to wear? Are you tired of hiring modern uniforms billed as 1940's by your local fancy dress shop then feeling out of place at an event or dance? Then look no further, billeted near Pickering, North Yorkshire, UK, we hire out only the real thing. Visit our web site at www.1940sgihire.co.uk
“DODGY
RODGE” - Psst, looking for silk stockings, suspenders,
saucy pictures, and much more? Visit “Dodgy Rodge” the guy with
all the right connections. Make sure in all your excitement you don’t
go blabbing to the wrong person. I mean, after all there is a war on. You’ll
find me at http://www.dodgy-rodge.com
or http://www.1940s.org.uk
VIV THE SPIV - Hi my name is Iain Dawson and I play an authentic wartime Spiv from South London.. I've always got a good supply of quality merchandise for sale, it’s not nicked, its just not paid for yet. Visit my web site at; www.vivthespiv.co.uk or contact me by email at: vivthespiv@hotmail.co.uk
JIGSAW
PUZZLES Limited Edition is a small but fast growing company
producing limited edition jigsaw puzzles of piers from around the UK as they
were over 100 years ago. If you are finding life in the Anderson Shelter getting
a little boring, a visit to their web site might be the solution. www.jigsawpuzzlespecialedition.co.uk
COSTUME HIRE by Vintage Years
are a business based in Leicester but with a National and International customer
base. We have been established for 30 years and are probably one of the largest
suppliers for hire of 1940's uniforms and clothing complete with accessories.
Although we have other specialities we cherish and favour the 1940's which
forms a large part of our business. Our web site is at: www.costumehire.co.uk
WARDEPARTMENT
Harley-Davidson Motorcycles & spare parts 1936-1948. Restoring and servicing
Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, model years 1936-1948, Large inventory of spare
parts. Tel 01233 860 564, Mobile 07850 685 905 or Email wardepartment@btinternet.com
Why not visit the web site at: www.wardepartment.co.uk
THE
MEMORABILIA PACK COMPANY produces small packs of replica memorabilia
relating to different historical themes, such as World War One. Home Guard,
Suffragettes, Home Front, Victorian, 1960s, etc, and as such appeal to a nostalgic
market. Why not visit their web site at: www.mempackcompany.com
CUSTOM
CLOTHES design and make 1940's and 1950's 'look' styles for
men and ladies. They make to measure in traditional looking fabrics. Or you
can buy off the rail at the many Dance and Exhibition Events, which we attend
ALL over the UK. Dresses, Jackets, Skirts and Suits, Tops and Trousers for
Ladies. Jackets, Drapes, Shirts, Trousers and Waistcoats for Men. They also
sell fans and hair flowers as accessories. Visit their web site at: www.customclothes.co.uk
MY OLD DUTCH is a web site selling Repro and Vintage 1940s items. This site not only enables you to buy such items, but also provides an opportunity to get your hair done. The Reproduction items are mostly made by Debs, and she particulary specializes in 1940s Hats, Hair and Make up. Find out more by visiting Deb's site at: http://www.olddutch.co.uk
REVIVAL
sell original clothing, shoes, bric-a-brac and accessories dating from 1940's
to the 1980's. If you don’t live in the Huddersfield area you can always
visit their web site at www.revivalvintage.co.uk
.
WAR HORSE TRADING POST can supply reproduction uniforms for the 1940's U.S. Army officers and enlisted, Wacs and Army nurse officers and enlisted. U.S. Navy officers, Waves officers and enlisted, British army officers and enlisted, British nurses for Army, Air Force, Navy and Land Army, plus a range of summer and tropical uniforms for all the above. You will find in the long run it is cheaper to buy than rent for those 1940's events and its there next time you want it. Visit our website at: www.warhorsetradingpost.com New site going up in January.
UNPUBLISHED WRITERS AND EVENT ORGANISORS - Geoff Blore aka Dicky Blood, has built on 2 years experience of travelling 55,000 miles attending WW2 events all over UK with his stall and unique range of WW2 true accounts. Geoff is now expanding his service and aims to cover the whole of the UK by the end of 2007. Whether you are a new unpublished writer or consider you may appreciate our attendance at your event or looking for a business opportunity, you can only gain by visiting www.dickybloodsbooks.com
HI, I'M TINA, a freelance writer/copywriter and 1940s re-enactor. Have you got a story to tell but can't put it into words? Want your precious memories recorded for posterity? Why not let me write them for you. Visit my website at www.katerinaburton.org.uk and to discuss any aspect of writing, you can contact me at katerina44@hotmail.co.uk
MONTY’S LOCKER - We are manufacturers of British WW2 Insignia and produce a vast range of cloth badges perfect for the re-enactor, collector or anyone interested in the wartime forties. Our designs have been well researched and are all produced by ourselves to a high standard. Our website also contains online shops for original militaria items and modern day military surplus. Visit our web site at www.montyslocker.co.uk.
EVELYNNE'S OLDIES BUT GOODIES has always had a passion for Vintage and Antique jewellery with an expertise in Vintage Bakelite Jewellery and Vintage Plastic Jewellery, and our vast selection in our Ruby Lane shop includes Bakelite bangles and bracelets, Bakelite necklaces and Bakelite brooches, etc. Browse all our Vintage celluloid and Lucite jewellery, including celluloid choker necklaces and brooches, vintage Lucite bangles, pins and necklaces. Further details visit the web site at http://www.evelynnesoldiesbutgoodies.com
TIGHTS & STOCKINGS an Ebay Shop selling, believe it or not, tights and stockings. They are 1940s style with seams, so ladies get with the 40s fashion scene and visit: http://stores.ebay.co.uk/tightsandstockings
ABOVE THE TRENCHES uniforms and equipment - A well established company that has been supplying re-enactors for a number of years. We can supply either genuine or reproduction RFC, RAF and USAAF from WW1 to present day. Uniforms are for sale or hire, try us if it is not in stock we will make every effort to source it. Visit us at www.abovethetrenches.com
"THE GENTLEMAN'S WARDROBE" is a modern directory for the well-dressed chap, bringing you the finest suppliers, manufacturers, retailers and service providers of high quality gentleman's apparel and accessories. A must-have for the savvy gent! Visit their web site at: www.gentlemans-wardrobe.com
PAST PERFECT VINTAGE MUSIC - "KEEPING LEGENDS ALIVE". Lost favourites, hidden gems, timeless classics. The very best of the 1920s, 30s & 40s on CD with a clarity you won't believe. "I don't know how they do it - the artists live again!" BBC Radio 2. Visit the web site at: http://www.pastperfect.com/product/great_british_dance_bands.html
THE 1940s WEB SITE - This site has been put together because we have an interest in the 1940's and are keen to share that interest with others. I know that many like minded people have been to this site and have enjoyed it. Many more of those finding this site are students who are researching aspects of the war years. I hope they find what they are looking for and take a little time to remember the hardships and sacrafice experienced by those that lived through the war years. The site can be found at: www.1940.co.uk
