Swavesey & District History Society – March meeting

18 March.  The History of Toys.  Ken Sneath.  The earliest toys were made from natural materials, such as sticks and clay.  They became more widespread with changing attitudes towards children and childhood and in the nineteenth century those with an educational purpose, such as puzzles, books and board games were prioritised.  In 1903 Beatrix Poter created the first Peter Rabbit soft toy and registered him at the Patent Office, making Peter the oldest licensed character.  Lego, Barbie Doll and Action Man were once popular and the Rubik’s Cube became an enormous seller in the 1980s.

At least half of our members live in Over, including our Secretary.  The History Society meets at 7.30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month in The Carol Shaw Room at Swavesey Village College – through the main entrance then 20 metres along the corridor to the right.  No need to book so you are welcome to just walk in.