Friday Lunch Forum
Formerly the Men's Luncheon Club which was set-up in 1985 at a time when it became obvious that, perhaps as a result of earlier retirements, there appeared to be more men around during the week than before. Among the local churches there were numerous popular ladies' groups, but none for the men. What might the men appreciate? The answer proved to be good food, great company and an interesting talk.
The format of the monthly meetings, usually held on the third Friday of each month, has recently altered. The name has changed, meetings now welcome ladies and those attending are now asked to bring a packed lunch. We sit down to eat our meals from 12.15 with the talks starting at 1.00pm and lasting approx 1 hour. (There is NO meeting in the month of August) Suggested donation £3-£5 each month to meet the cost of speakers.
We have a small committee consisting of a chair, vice chair, secretary and treasurer whilst members are encouraged to help to find speakers for each month. And at our AGM in December we usually seek to rotate the chair.
We welcome members from AFC and any other local churches as well as others with no known church connection.
AFC Church Secretary Beverley Underwood related her life story
before being castaway on a desert island
at a Friday Lunch Forum Talk in 2025