A dinner to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Choir, postponed from 2020, was finally held on a lovely summer’s evening at the Deanwater Hotel, Woodford. It was a truly memorable evening, attended by members of the choir, former members, spouses, partners and friends.

In particular we were delighted to welcome Andrew and Richard Barnby, sons of the choir’s founder, Bertie Barnby, and their wives Ineke and Jane; former conductor, Peter Stallworthy and his wife Hilary; current conductor, Lloyd Buck and his wife Stephenie; and Stephen Reynolds, our recently retired accompanist.

During the evening, a celebration cake was cut by Carol Leather, Barbara Welton and Margaret Scott, all of whom sang with Bertie, and a presentation was made to Stephen in appreciation of his 20 years with the Choir. In conclusion, Andrew Barnby addressed everyone and raised a toast to the Barnby Choir – past, present and future!

A pictorial record of the evening is available to view here .