Over 200 people chatted with old friends at this year’s BAE Employee Association Christmas Party.
Men and women who used to work at Strand Road, Warton and Samlesbury attended the BAC Club in Preston for the annual Christmas Party.
The event included a chance for people to catch up with former colleagues, before a short update from Chairman George Nowland. Guests were then invited to tuck in to a buffet and take part in a game of bingo and raffle draw.
Attendees also voted on the location for next summer’s trip – and chose Llandudno as their preferred destination.
The Association has been running since the 1950's and is traditionally Warton and Samlesbury focused.
As the business has changed over the years we have expanded to include Shared Services and others in the North West. The BAE Employee Association (formerly retired employee’s association) is run by people from the Warton Unit sites and is sponsored by a director from MAI.
“David Holmes, President of the Association, said: “It has been outstanding. It is great to be able to see lots of old faces coming together. Listening to the stories and the reminiscing is what it’s all about. It’s very humbling.
“Every fixed wing aircraft the RAF has flown has come out of these factories. These people have all played some part in the design, production and support of these aircraft – which are still world leading.
“We need more members to come forward to ensure this association can continue for generations to come.”
During the last 18 months the group has undergone a number of changes to help secure its future. The association is now open to existing employees and retired employees and recent changes include the creation of this website and social media channels including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
The committee would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.