Warminster
Philatelic
Society

The Warminster Philatelic Society was established in 1964 and is affiliated to the Wiltshire and District Philatelic Federation and the Association of British Philatelic Societies.
Meetings are held usually on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month between September and May. A full programme will be issued shortly and will be available on this website.
Venue:
St. John’s Church Hall
Boreham Road
Warminster, Wiltshire
BA12 9JY
The meeting rooms are open from 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start.
Come and share your hobby — you will be made most welcome!

CLUB NEWSWARMINSTER PHILATELIC SOCIETYMAY 2025 VISIT OF JAMES PODGEROn the 13th May 2025 we had our penultimate meeting of the season. Our visiting speaker was James Podger, James is a well-known Philatelist and is a member of the Royal Society, he has displayed all over the world and has been a gold medal winner in various competitions, this was Jame’s third visit to Warminster and we were very pleased to host him for the evening. James displayed some of his outstanding collection of postal history of the British West Indies which included extracts from his gold medal collection of the British Virgin Islands.James’s display included nearly 200 sheets and contained many unique items with Letters, envelopes and postal items from as early as 1709 to the late 1800s. James gave a very comprehensive review of the material including many anecdotes about the senders and receivers, explanations of the varied mail routes and of course the varied postage rates.

James Podger receiving his certificate from Norman Elston, with Phil Stephens.

ALL ABOUT US

WHAT TO EXPECTDISPLAYSWe usually have 6 to 8 guest speakers each season, they will display all aspects of philately on a wide range of subjects.
In addition to guests speakers club members also display a wide range of items from their own collections.AUCTION OR BOURSEWe also have an annual auction or bourse, which provides an opportunity for club members to buy and sell.STAMP FAIRLast year the club re-introduced its Stamp Fair, which was very well supported by Stamp Dealers and buyers. Normally held at Kingdown School, details will be made available on this website.SOCIALISING
Club members can socialise, and display elements of their collection, and share their interests with others
REFRESHMENTS INCLUDEDA small annual subscription currently £10, helps to cover the hire of the hall, insurances, and refreshments. We usually have a Xmas get together, and at the start of the season a buffet is provided as part of "The Chairman's Evening".COMPETITIONS:
The society hosts its own competition for members who enjoy displaying parts of their collection, usually under specific themes or titles.

There is also the opportunity to progress to the Wiltshire Federation Competition — and perhaps even further into National Competitions.

CLUB or APPROVAL BOOKS
The club runs a healthy monthly circulation of approval books, with contents that are sensibly priced. These provide a great opportunity to acquire new material at bargain prices — all from the comfort of your own home.
COME AND JOIN US
Come and share your hobby — you will be made most welcome!

Programme
2025/20269th September 2025 Chairman's Evening

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Contact Us

Julian Frost
Flat 5
Rotherwood
30 Elm Grove Rd
Salisbury
SP1 1JW
Telephone 07870212853
Email: [email protected]