9 August 2019

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15th September was the decisive day of the Battle of Britain and 2019 marks the 79th anniversary. East Grinstead has great and lasting connections with the brave airman of the battle as many of them were treated for injuries sustained, mostly burns, at the Queen Victoria Hospital by pioneering plastic surgeon Sir Archibald McIndoe.  On this day Sunday 15th September 2019 East Grinstead will  come together to remember and commemorate the Battle, the injured airmen known as The Guinea Pig Club and and McIndoe.

There will be two elements to the day.

1 – A film festival , raising money for the QVH and Spitfire Society. Three films will be available to watch and also Paul Beaver will recount the battle in a historical presentation. Timings to be advised.

Chequer Mead, Cantelupe Road RH19 3BS

Tickets available from the Box office 01342 302000 tickets@chequermead.co.uk

2 – A civic dedication of the Sir Archibald McIndoe statue.

11.30am High Street East Grinstead.