In praise of Sales Officers

One of the important stated objectives of the John Clare Society is ‘continuing publication of [Clare’s] works to promote a wider appreciation.’ A crucial avenue has been through the sale of books, and some other items. Central to that task has been the Society’s Sales Officers. Although the Society has long promoted book sales, its first credited Sales Officer was the late Peter Moyse in … Continue reading In praise of Sales Officers

John Clare Society AGM 2026: Chair’s report

This is the text of the annual report given to the annual general meeting of the John Clare Society on Saturday 11 July 2026 by Dr Mike Mecham, Chair of the Society. The text can also be downloaded as a PDF. WELCOME A warm welcome to you all to this lovely and now familiar church of St Botolph’s for another AGM, and Festival, of the … Continue reading John Clare Society AGM 2026: Chair’s report