22-11-2017, 01:41 PM
The BVWS is a society, run by its members, for its members. That being so, any shortcomings are simply opportunities for members to improve things! Although before my time, I have heard about how things were, and how Mike Barker rolled up his sleeves and made things better. An ordinary member, but he did extraordinary things because he believed in what he was doing.
When I joined (about 8 years ago), I did indeed get a goodie pack, and very welcome it was too. Each Winter, there has been a new DVD sent out.
If you are looking at joining and being a sleeping member, then yes you might say the Bulletins work out a trifle expensive for what they are - but four magazines, a superb calendar, and a DVD for £29 isn't bad all the same! If you are looking at being more active, organising a swapmeet or auction near where you live ought to be possible. I admit to doing none of these, though I have had letters published in the Bulletin and I've been to Royal Wooton Bassett sales (very worthwhile). And there's currently an appeal for articles, so there's a chance for anyone with anything relevant to submit it and share it with your fellow enthusiasts!
When I joined (about 8 years ago), I did indeed get a goodie pack, and very welcome it was too. Each Winter, there has been a new DVD sent out.
If you are looking at joining and being a sleeping member, then yes you might say the Bulletins work out a trifle expensive for what they are - but four magazines, a superb calendar, and a DVD for £29 isn't bad all the same! If you are looking at being more active, organising a swapmeet or auction near where you live ought to be possible. I admit to doing none of these, though I have had letters published in the Bulletin and I've been to Royal Wooton Bassett sales (very worthwhile). And there's currently an appeal for articles, so there's a chance for anyone with anything relevant to submit it and share it with your fellow enthusiasts!
