Leeds Association of Engineers
Membership is open to engineers of all disciplines
The Association holds a number of social events. These include the annual golf day, the annual dinner and a range of walks throughout the year.
The Leeds Association of Engineers reached a milestone in 2015 reaching 150 years since formation in 1865. Apart from breaks during times of war during the 20th century an Anniversary Dinner has been held annually. It is interesting to look back at the history of this prestigious event in the Association’s calendar…… For many years the dinner was held at … Continue reading “Report on the 2016 150th Anniversary Dinner with Photos !”
We regret to have to cancel the walk and social slated for Friday 25th June due to the small number of bookings taken (only 4 people)….. However, a few members are having a ride out to Ellenroad Engine House on Sunday 7th August for 11.00 am. Anyone wishing to join us is most welcome. Last time we made the trip … Continue reading “Cancellation:- Summer Solstice Walk….”
Summer Solstice Walk Friday 24th June 7.00 pm With this year’s European elections on the Thursday it has been decided to hold the walk the day after. This year the walk will take place at St Aidan’s Country Park. It’s a stroll around the lake followed by refreshments and possibly a quiz. The refreshment destination has not been finalized yet … Continue reading “Reminder:- Summer Solstice Walk….”
The presentation of the Memorial Plaque produced to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Leeds Association of Engineers and its connection with St. Peter’s at Leeds (Leeds Parish Church) now known as Leeds Minster was made on Sunday 26th April 2015. The presentation was made by the President Andrew Kibler to Reverend Canon Charles Dobbin and one of the Churchwardens. … Continue reading “The Leeds Minster 150th Year Commemorative Plaque….”
GOLF 2015 Photographs of the prize-giving are to be found after the results and sponsor list……. Captain: Barrie Yates (President) Hon. Secretary: Steve Stacey This year the event was held at Garforth G. C. The weather, golf course and hospitality were excellent. The Braime Trophy was initially played for in 1936, which was also held … Continue reading “Report on the 2015 Golf Tournament…..”
Well, for those of you that could not make this Ladies’ evening you missed a cracker ! The evening started with a talk from the head chef who presented two of his students who were going to do the live cooking. There were three different types of cooking presentation all based on ‘Spherification’. After the chefs showed how it was done … Continue reading “Report on the 2015 Ladies’ Evening by President Andrew Kibler…. With Photos !”
The Ladies Evening has just been arranged at short notice. It is a demonstration of ‘Spherification‘ at the Food Academy at ‘Printworks’ in Leeds to be followed by a buffet with bar on Thursday 29th January at 7.00 for 7.15 pm. Find out more information and how to apply now !!! …. Don’t miss the ‘Spherification‘ demonstration !!! Click here … Continue reading “The 2015 Ladies Evening…..”
The Leeds Association of Engineers salutes John Kelsall – Winner of the 2014 Schneider Trophy ! . John has only recently joined the association having attended some of our annual dinners. In the past he has lectured to us about the Schneider Trophy as well as his passion for flight and building his own light aircraft. He is the only … Continue reading “John Kelsall wins the 2014 Schneider Trophy…”
