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UID:11816-1778335200-1778340600@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:NPS President's Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:National Philatelic Society Meeting and Display at the Royal Philatelic Society\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London EC4N 7BW. President’s Afternoon starting at 2pm. The morning features our usual Auction with room and postal bidding commencing at 11.30am with viewing from 10.30am. Visitors welcome – please see our website for details – www.ukphilately/org/uk/nps
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/nps-presidents-afternoon/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:National Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T163000
DTSTAMP:20250818T111908Z
CREATED:20250818T111831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T111908Z
UID:11538-1778929200-1778949000@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: The President's Display
DESCRIPTION:11am: Andy Donaldson – The President’s Display – GB Advertising Rings & GB Perfins \n2.15pm: GBPS SW Region – Devon & Cornwall Postal History \nVisitors are welcome. Check GBPS website for more information. www.gbps.org.uk \nMembership costs just £35 per annum\, including six issues of the GBPS Journal\, Newsletter and members access to the award-winning website
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-the-presidents-display-2/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:National Events,Regional Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GBPS":MAILTO:membership@gbps.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T102932Z
CREATED:20260424T134001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T102932Z
UID:11817-1780945200-1780952400@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:NPS Belgian Congo 1960/63 The Katanga Crisis (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Display by Gerald Marriner FRPSL Belgian Congo 1960/63 The Katanga Crisis. The display lasts about 1 hour and is followed by an opportunity for attendees to give mini-displays or simply talk about items that they feel may be of interest to others.\nFor details please see the NPS website www.ukphilately.org.uk/nps or contact npsmemsec@ukphilately.org.uk
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/nps-belgian-congo-1960-63-the-katanga-crisis-zoom/
LOCATION:On Line Zoom Display
CATEGORIES:National Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260209T114806Z
CREATED:20260208T152126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T114806Z
UID:11745-1782432000-1782604799@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:KEMPTON PARK STAMP SHOW
DESCRIPTION:One of the largest stamp shows in the South of England\, with local national and International dealers covering all aspects of Philately and postal history\, a full list of dealers attending can be found on the shows website www.kemptonparkstampshow.co.uk
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/kempton-park-stamp-show-2/
LOCATION:Kempton Park Racecourse\, Staines Road East\, Sunbury on Thames\, TW16 5AQ
CATEGORIES:National Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T163000
DTSTAMP:20250818T112152Z
CREATED:20250818T112152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T112152Z
UID:11539-1782558000-1782577800@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: The President's Guest & AGM
DESCRIPTION:11am: The President’s Guest – Graham Stockdale – Intriguing Covers 1839 – 1879 \n2.15pm: AGM\, followed by Members Displays \nVisitors are welcome. Check GBPS website for more information. www.gbps.org.uk \nMembership costs just £35 per annum\, including six issues of the GBPS Journal\, Newsletter and members access to the award-winning website
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-the-presidents-guest-agm/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:National Events,Regional Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GBPS":MAILTO:membership@gbps.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T103233Z
CREATED:20260424T141150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T103233Z
UID:11818-1783674000-1783695600@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:Strand Stamp Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Strand Stamp Fair is held every other month at the Novotel London West Hammersmith\, London and is attended by stamp\, postal history and postcard dealers. Close to public transport and with an underground car park on site\, it is easy to get to. Entrance to the fair is free. Opening hours are from 9am to 3pm but we recommend you come early\, as some of the dealers attending travel long distances to get here and so leave before closing time. If you have a collection that you would like valued\, please bring it along. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/strand-stamp-fair-24/
LOCATION:Novotel London West\, 1 Shortlands\, Hammersmith International Centre\, London\, W6 8DR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20250818T112416Z
CREATED:20250818T112416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T112416Z
UID:11540-1783778400-1783782000@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Zoom Meeting: Smallpox Vaccination
DESCRIPTION:2pm: Chris George – Smallpox Vaccination & Anti-Vaccination Postal History 1840 – 1860 \nVisitors are welcome. Check GBPS website for more information. www.gbps.org.uk \nMembership costs just £35 per annum\, including six issues of the GBPS Journal\, Newsletter and members access to the award-winning website
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-zoom-meeting-smallpox-vaccination/
LOCATION:On Line Zoom Display
CATEGORIES:National Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GBPS":MAILTO:membership@gbps.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20250915T214808Z
CREATED:20250915T143119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T214808Z
UID:11576-1784246400-1784419199@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:York Stamp & Coin Fair
DESCRIPTION:The York Stamp & Coin Fair has been running since the 1980s and continues to attract leading stamp\, postal history\, coin\, banknote and medal dealers. There are specialist society meetings to which everyone is welcome\, where guest speakers discuss their particular interests and collections. Visitors are invited to come and browse\, shop or bring their own collections for a professional valuation. Admission to the fair is free and there is free car parking available. There is a bar and self-service restaurant on-site.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/york-stamp-coin-fair-5/
LOCATION:York Racecourse\, The Raceourse\, York\, YO23 1EX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:National Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260722T102454Z
CREATED:20260722T102454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T102454Z
UID:11943-1784707200-1784739600@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: Local Postal History Day
DESCRIPTION:11am: The President’s Display\, Alan Moorcroft FRPSL – Aspects of Collecting Local Postal History \n2.15pm: Display by Graham Winters – Yorkshire\, My Adopted County \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-local-postal-history-day/
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260809
DTSTAMP:20260602T142620Z
CREATED:20260517T095316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T142620Z
UID:11843-1786147200-1786233599@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:War & Philately FPHS Stamps and Postal History Fair
DESCRIPTION:Organised by the Forces Postal History Society\, this is a fair with dealers from around the UK attending\, selling stamps\, postal history\, postcards\, books and much more. Supported by local societies\, the event draws in collectors with all sorts of philatelic interests.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/war-philately-fphs-stamps-and-postal-history-fair/
CATEGORIES:National Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T110211Z
CREATED:20260615T102835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T110211Z
UID:11866-1786388400-1786392000@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:NPS Zoom Display: 1972 Olympic Games Torch Run
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Display by Keith Burton FRPSL Fackellauf: 1972 Olympic Games Torch Run. The display lasts about 1 hour and is followed by an opportunity for attendees to give mini-displays or simply talk about items that they feel may be of interest to others.\nFor details please see the NPS website www.ukphilately.org.uk/nps or contact npsmemsec@ukphilately.org.uk.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/nps-zoom-display-1972-olympic-games-torch-run/
LOCATION:On Line Zoom Display
CATEGORIES:National Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T200000
DTSTAMP:20250818T112913Z
CREATED:20250818T112722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T112913Z
UID:11541-1786557600-1786564800@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS: Stanley Gibbons Summer Gathering
DESCRIPTION:    \n6pm: Members Displays \nGBPS Meeting hosted by Stanley Gibbons for GB collectors. Drinks & Refreshments with Members’ Displays on view. \nVisitors are welcome. Check GBPS website for more information. www.gbps.org.uk \nMembership costs just £35 per annum\, including six issues of the GBPS Journal\, Newsletter and members access to the award-winning website
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-strnaley-gibbons-summer-gathering/
LOCATION:Stanley Gibbons Ltd\, 399 Strand\, London\, WC2R 0LX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:National Events,Regional Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GBPS":MAILTO:membership@gbps.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTSTAMP:20260723T125627Z
CREATED:20260723T124608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T125627Z
UID:11960-1788480000-1788739199@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:Philatelic Congress of Great Britain
DESCRIPTION:The Philatelic Congress of Great Britain is delighted to announce that its 107th Annual Congress will be held at the elegant Jubilee Hotel\, Nottingham\, from Friday 4th to Sunday 6th September 2026. \nFull details of the programme and a booking form can be found on the Congress section of the ABPS website.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/philatelic-congress-of-great-britain/
LOCATION:The Jubilee Hotel\, Nottingham\, NG7 2TU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:National Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260721T113750Z
CREATED:20260720T095513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T113750Z
UID:11914-1789212600-1789227000@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:National Philatelic Society Meeting: MORE IRISH STEW
DESCRIPTION:National Philatelic Society Meeting and Display at the Royal Philatelic Society\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London EC4N 7BW. MORE IRISH STEW – a display by Peter Wood FRPSL starting at 2pm. The morning features our usual Auction with room and postal bidding commencing at 11.30am with viewing from 10.30am. Visitors welcome – please see our website for details – www.ukphilately/org/uk/nps
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/national-philatelic-society-meeting-more-irish-stew/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTSTAMP:20260128T092545Z
CREATED:20260127T141835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T092545Z
UID:11720-1789257600-1789343999@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:Stampersham 2026
DESCRIPTION:A stamps\, postal history and post card fair held in a modern bright hall with good light.\nEasily reached from the M40 or just few minutes walk from Metropolitan and Chiltern line railway station\nThe event is kindly supported by Cavendish Philatelic Auctioneers and has a good range of dealers attending.\nThe Thames Valley annual 16 sheet competition will be exhibited on the day\nCatering all day and ample cheap parking.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/stampersham-2026/
LOCATION:Chiltern Lifestyle Centre\, Chiltern Avenue\, Amersham\, Buckinghamshire\, HP6 5AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260722T085849Z
CREATED:20260722T084708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T085849Z
UID:11920-1790420400-1790438400@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: Hill\, Cole & Wallace
DESCRIPTION:11am Display by James Grimwood-Taylor RDP FRPSL- Hill\, Cole & Wallace\, The Team that delivered Uniform Penny Postage \n2.15pm: Members Displays \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have. \n 
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-hill-cole-wallace/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261001T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261010T140000
DTSTAMP:20251104T092455Z
CREATED:20251103T235918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T092455Z
UID:11631-1790848800-1791640800@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:Telford Stamp\, Card and Coin Fairs
DESCRIPTION:TELFORD STAMP\, POSTCARD and COIN FAIRS\n===================================== \nSaturday\, 10th January\, 2026\nSaturday\, 11th April\, 2026\nSaturday\, 11th July\, 2026\nSaturday\, 10th October\, 2026 \n10am to 2pm. At the Belmont Community Hall\,\nWellington\, Telford. TF1 1HJ. Free entry. \nEasy Directions: Just off J6 or J7 of M54. From\nMidlands follow M6 then M54 From Wales and\nthe West\, follow A5 and turn off before M54.\nFrom north or south use A442. \nNearby bus and train stations – within a five\nminute walk\, with frequent services. \nThe Hall is off the far side of the FREE Tan Bank\nCar Park from the car park entrance in Tan Bank\,\nWellington Telford. Post Code = TF1 1HJ. There\nare also nearby FREE car parks. Access to the\nhall is level via side entrance. \nGood range of stamps\, postcards & coins available.\nItems bought and sold. Accessories will be for sale.\nFree advice on disposing of collections. Advice on\nprogressing your collection & on joining a club. \nSee material before buying and talk to the dealers. \nFreshly cooked light refreshments available. \nAdjacent local shopping centre with many small\nshops\, eateries and indoor/outdoor market. And\nIronbridge Gorge museum sites within Telford.\n(Ideal for non-collecting members of your family!) \nAny enquiries: Richard Camp. Tele: 01952-405458. \nOur club is affiliated to the ABPS.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/telford-stamp-card-and-coin-fairs/
LOCATION:Belmont Hall\, Wellington\, Telford\, TF1 1HJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:National Events,Regional Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261105
DTSTAMP:20260130T143708Z
CREATED:20260108T233522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T143708Z
UID:11691-1791072000-1793836799@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:ASPS 95th Congress Annual Stamp & Postcard Fair 2026
DESCRIPTION:Association of Scottish Philatelic Societies (ASPS) annual Scottish national stamp and post card event with more than 25 stamp dealers\, postcard dealers\, auction houses\, etc. expected (24 booked to date). Two-day event\, Friday 10th April (10am-4pm) and Saturday 11th April 2026 (10am-3pm). Open to the public. No entry fee. All welcome. Cafe on site serving hot and cold food and drinks. \n(5 minutes from the M90 and approx. 30 minutes north of Edinburgh) \nThere will be a children’s activity day on Saturday 11th April (10am to 3pm) \nASPS Congress Stamp and Postcard Fair__ 2026
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/asps-95th-congress-annual-stamp-postcard-fair-2026/
LOCATION:The Vine Conference Centre\, 131 Garvock Hill\, Dunfermline\, Scotland\, KY11 4JU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTSTAMP:20251215T194800Z
CREATED:20251215T091807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T194800Z
UID:11685-1791590400-1791676799@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:South of England Stamp and Postcard Fair
DESCRIPTION:Stamp and Postcard Fair
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/south-of-england-stamp-and-postcard-fair/
LOCATION:Ardingly Showground\, Norfolk Pavilion\, Ardingly Showground\, Ardingly\, RH17 6TL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20251116T102756Z
CREATED:20251116T102756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T102756Z
UID:11644-1791676800-1791763199@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:MBPC Stamp Fair & AGM 11th October 2026
DESCRIPTION:MBPC has its roots in the Great Britain Decimal Stamp Book Study Circle (GB DSB SC) established by Doug Myall in 1971. It continues to excel in that field despite a merger with the British Decimal Stamps Study Circle (BDSSC) in 2006 which led to a new name and a scope extended to cover all stamps and related material issued during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The Circle now also covers the stamps of King Charles III. We welcome all philatelists whatever their level of collecting. A number of GB stamp dealers will be attending\, free parking and entrance
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/mbpc-stamp-fair-agm-11th-october-2026/
LOCATION:Dunchurch Sportsfield and Village Hall\, Rugby Road\, Dunchurch\, Warwickshire\, CV22 6PN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T163000
DTSTAMP:20260722T085718Z
CREATED:20260722T084938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T085718Z
UID:11922-1793457000-1793464200@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: Stampex Meeting
DESCRIPTION:2.30pm: Display by Alan Paice FRPSL – King Edward VII\, 1901-1926 – 125 Years of Study \nVisitors are welcome. \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-stampex-meeting/
LOCATION:Business Design Centre\, 52 Upper St\, The Angel\,\, London\, N1 0QH
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261128T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261128T163000
DTSTAMP:20260722T085625Z
CREATED:20260722T085625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T085625Z
UID:11925-1795863600-1795883400@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: Aerophilately
DESCRIPTION:11am: Display by Sue Burn FRPSL: Alan Cobham and the Cornwall Aviation Company \n12pm: Display by Neil Sargent FRSPL: UK Inland Airlines \n2.15pm: Display by Julian Jones FRPSL: Transatlantic Mail 177501875 \nVisitors are welcome. \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-aerophilately/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260722T090220Z
CREATED:20260722T090200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T090220Z
UID:11929-1796837400-1796844600@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Meeting: Stanley Gibbons Christmas Evening Reception
DESCRIPTION:5.30pm: Evening Reception with light refreshments \nMembers Displays of the 90th Anniversary of the Year of the Three Kings \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-meeting-stanely-gibbons-christmas-evening-reception/
LOCATION:Stanley Gibbons Ltd\, 399 Strand\, London\, WC2R 0LX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261212T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261212T133000
DTSTAMP:20260722T090746Z
CREATED:20260722T090732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T090746Z
UID:11932-1797076800-1797082200@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS On Line Zoom Display: Prince of Wales Hospital Fund
DESCRIPTION:2pm: Virtual Meeting by Chris George – Prince of Wales’ Hospital Fund for London 1897-1898\, De La Rue Issues and Beyond \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-on-line-zoom-display-prince-of-wales-hospital-fund/
LOCATION:On Line Zoom Display
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270123T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101233Z
CREATED:20260722T101233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T101233Z
UID:11934-1800702000-1800721800@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: GB with a Difference
DESCRIPTION:11am: Display by Bob Wheeler: GB with a Difference. \nAfternoon session starts at 2.15pm. \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have. \n 
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-gb-with-a-difference/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270220T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270220T163000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101553Z
CREATED:20260722T101553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T101553Z
UID:11936-1803121200-1803141000@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: King Edward VII and Horse Post & Mail Coach Routes
DESCRIPTION:11am: Display by Paul Matthews FRPSL: King Edward Vii in the Post \n2.25pm: Display by Garrie Naden: Horse Post and Mail Coach Routes\, London-Midlands-NW England\, 1660s-1840s \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-king-edward-vii-and-horse-post-mail-coach-routes/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270320T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270320T163000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101919Z
CREATED:20260722T101839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T101919Z
UID:11938-1805540400-1805560200@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Competitions\, Mail Cancellations & Members Displays
DESCRIPTION:11am: Display by Chris Jones: Developments in Mail Cancellation in Britain and Ireland\, 1840-1860 \n2.15pm: Society Competitions \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-competitions-day-members-displays/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270420T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270420T163000
DTSTAMP:20260722T102204Z
CREATED:20260722T102204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T102204Z
UID:11941-1808218800-1808238600@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: Line Engraved Day
DESCRIPTION:11am: Displays by Kevin Maunder & Tony Wells: The First Postage Stamps – Production\, Repairs and Varieties \n2.15pm: Members Displays of Line Engraved \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-line-engraved-day/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270626T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270626T163000
DTSTAMP:20260722T102833Z
CREATED:20260722T102833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T102833Z
UID:11945-1814007600-1814027400@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Display Meeting: Antipodean Trials & Tribulations & AGM
DESCRIPTION:11am: Display by The President’s Guest- Clive Jones – Antipodean Trails & Tribulations \n2.15pm; AGM followed by Members Displays \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-display-meeting-antipodean-trials-tribulations-agm/
LOCATION:Royal Philatelic Society London\, 15 Abchurch Lane\, London\, EC4N 7BW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270727T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270727T153000
DTSTAMP:20260722T103114Z
CREATED:20260722T103114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T103114Z
UID:11947-1816696800-1816702200@www.abps.org.uk
SUMMARY:GBPS Virtual Meeting: Elections and the Post
DESCRIPTION:2pm: On Line Zoom Display by Maurice Buxton FRPSL: The Elections and the Post \nVisitors are welcome. \n  \nFull details of the Great Britain Philatelic Society can be found at www.gbps.org.uk \nFor more information about membership\, go to: http://www.gbps.org.uk/join \nThe Great Britain Philatelic Society was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors in order to promote\, encourage\, and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain. Since then\, it has grown steadily\, and now has more than 850 members in the UK and abroad. The Society deals with all aspects of GB philately\, and has contributed much to the field; this is certain to continue as new members with fresh ideas join. \nThe GBPS is the UK’s leading Society for anyone interested in GB philately including stamps\, postal history\, booklets\, postcards and more. It meets monthly in London (dependent on Covid restrictions at the moment) at the Royal Philatelic Society and there are also regional and Zoom meetings. \nThe GBPS produces a colour Journal\, accompanied by a Newsletter\, six times each year. Additionally\, a number of philatelic publications are sponsored by the Society. Their extensive website provides the latest news and information and resources for collectors such as historical information on postal rates\, copies of award-winning exhibits and much more. In addition\, consultants are available to help collectors with any queries they might have.
URL:https://www.abps.org.uk/event/gbps-virtual-meeting-elections-and-the-post/
LOCATION:On Line Zoom Display
CATEGORIES:Local Events,National Events,Regional Events
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