The Society consists of an expanding group of local people who voluntarily work together in the interests of the community in which it lives. The Society now has in excess of 1,300 members, who live not just in Littleport but in other British counties, as well as many in several other countries including Australia, Canada, France, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa and the United States of America
. Aims of the Littleport Society:
To provide a means whereby people can take co-operative action in
Encouraging individual awareness and pride in our town
Safeguarding the character of Littleport
Developing the social, historical and cultural potential of the community
The Society arranges a popular programme of open meetings. These are usually held on the first Tuesday of every month at the Village Hall in Victoria Street, Littleport, when guest speakers are invited to give informative and entertaining talks, quite often bringing a supportive slide shows. The evenings occasionally include entertainment by local singers and musicians. The Society sometimes arranges outings to places of interest within the region. Ever since its formation, the Society has been collecting photographic and documentary reminders of Littleport past and present. These items of memorabilia are now housed in our headquarters at 'The Barn' adjacent to the Main Street car park. Our Bookstall offers a varied selection of our own Publications, as well as books by some local authors.
