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Coventry Climax – Many thanks to Stuart Robertson for drawing our attention to this You Tube video. A good option to enjoy away from the mid-day sun. “Here is a You Tube Video I think will be of interest to some WIAS members. I have heard a lot about Coventry Climax (Automotive Engine manufacturer, F1 Engines, Fork Lift Trucks, WW1 & 2 portable electric searchlight generators, Godiva Fire Pumps etc) but never the full story. This video gives it all. Can’t check on the accuracy though but the content seems pretty reliable”. Follow this link. 22nd June 2026
History Worth Telling – Martin Green. The first in a new podcast series where Mark Ellis of Postmaster Media interviews people who are passionate about local history, and have felt motivated to do something about it – write a book, make a film, create an event, set up a society, etc. We find out more about what they’ve done, where that passion comes from, and why they have focused their attention on that specific area of local history. Our own Martin Green, Chairman of Warwickshire Industrial Archaeology Society, joins Mark to talk about WIAS, his passion for industrial heritage, and why this needs to be preserved for future generations. Follow this link to see the film and many others on our ‘Films Page’. 10th June 2026
‘The Leamington Kitchener’. This new production, written and directed by Mark Ellis, has been added to our films page and some of those taking part will be familiar to WIAS members. You will find it at the bottom of the films page, click here. 6th June 2026
2026 WIAS Members & Supporters Survey – Our on line survey of members and supporters has now finished and the form has been removed from the web site. Very many thanks to the 40 plus people that replied; all the comments and views expressed will now be reviewed and will undoubtedly help the society plan for the future. 5th June 2026
Reminder about the June 2026 Meeting – 4th June 2026
‘The Making of Milestones. Hampshire’s Living History Museum, from conception to completion.’ – Gary Wragg.
PLEASE NOTE – THIS IS THE FIRST THURSDAY IN JUNE! 17th May 2026
AIA News – The lastest AIA e-news Bulletin includes the sad news of the death of Sir Neil Cossons, one of the pivotal figures in the industrial heritage movement. The eNews is full of interesting developments and requests in the world of IA. Do take a look, it’s available at this link. 14th April 2026
The Riley Archive Coventry – The Spring event for 2026 was re-named the Victor Riley Memorial Day and held on the 11th April at the home of the archive, Coventry Canal basin. A fine collection of Riley cars was on display and the archive was open. If you are in the area it is well worth a vist, an excellent breakfast and other refreshments are available at the canal basin cafe! Some photos have been added to our gallery here. 12th April 2026
2026 WIAS Members & Supporters Survey – We will be carrying out this survey to help us understand the background and opinions of our members & supporters so that we can improve the programme and make plans to attract new members. The results will not be used to identify individuals, unless you wish to provide your name. If you do, we shall be pleased to follow up any matter that you wish to discuss. Take our on line survey now at this link. 24th March 2026
WIAS Newsletter No. 88 – The latest newsletter is now available at this link. Thanks to all involved in its creation! 2nd March 2026
WIAS 12th March 2026 Meeting – The speaker for the next meeting, James Davies, has had to withdraw as he unexpectedly has had to go to South Africa. He will deliver his presentation as part of next season’s programme. The talks will now be;
‘Empress Coaches: a family history’ – David Daniel and ‘Galvanizing Profits in Birmingham, Spreading Wealth in Warwickshire: Joseph Ash, zinc and the National Trust’ – Martin Green. 25th Feb 2026
Welcome to WIAS 2026 – Our second meeting of the year is the last of our winter Zoom only meetings on Thursday 12th February at 7.30pm, (join from 7pm onwards). The subject is ‘Concorde: The First Time Machine’ by Guy Bartlett. 16th Jan 2026