An illustrated talk about the battlefields of the Boer War will be held at the Museum of the Manchester Regiment, Town Hall, Ashton-under-Lyne on Wednesday 12th March, starting at 7.30pm. The talk will be given by Major Paul Naish, a guide to South African Battlefields of many years experience. A bar will be available on the night for your refreshments! Hope to see you there! David Hopkins Curator Museum of the Manchester Regiment Tel: 0161 343 2878 Fax: 0161 343 2869 www.tameside.gov.uk Please note that I will be away from the office from Monday 3rd March 2003 until Monday 7th April.