Theory and discovery…
The BNSS hosts a rich variety of science lectures throughout the year. Speakers often include professionals from universities or research institutes who have an intimate understanding of the field in which they work. We have a concentration of scientific lectures during British Science Week, held annually in March.
BNSS members also provide us with regular talks, with topics such as electrons, anti-matter, genetics and astronomy. We are lucky to have retired professionals amongst our members who are often willing to give a talk on an area of specific interest, and some talks are quite light-hearted.
Upcoming Science events
Talk: Construction of the Havant Thicket Reservoir
10th February 2026 at 7.30pm (zoom only)Speakers: Eleanor Shipton, Mark Jessup and Hollie Fisher The lecture on the construction of the Havant Thicket Reservoir will feature Hollie Fisher discussing the site’s geological conditions and their impact on the dam’s design and construction, Mark Jessup outlining the environmental initiatives associated with the project, and Eleanor Shipton providing a broader overview of the […]
Talk: The Fairey Swordfish – 1930s biplane and its successful role throughout WWII as a torpedo bomber
24th February 2026 at 7.30pm (zoom only)Speaker: Dr Nick Blackman By the start of WWII, the Fairey Swordfish was already regarded as obsolete, with a large number already in service it was nonetheless put to good use. The crew of three were not afforded too much comfort, there being no heater and the fabric covering and open cockpit affording little shelter […]
Talk: Saving Dorset’s Butterflies – the role of the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme
7th March 2026 at 2.30pm (in house and zoom)Speaker: Stephen Brown Stephen is the UKBMS Dorset Regional Coordinator, Butterfly Conservation. He is a trainer for BC and will tell us about the survey and the use of citizen scientists in their work.
