 Meetings
The majority of meetings are held in London. In addition there are periodic conferences and society meetings held in other
locations in the UK and at every Stampex. Locations, dates and times are to be found in our annual Programme
issued to every member. Any changes will be reported in the Newsletter. At some of our meetings dealers will be present.
 Other activities
In most years there are postal auctions.
Exchange packets are circulated regularly. This practice gives members the opportunity to view a whole range of
philatelic material in their own homes. It also allows members to sell to, and buy from, other members directly.
GBPS consultants with expertise covering all relevant areas can easily be contacted when advice is needed.
Society competitions are held each January. There are several trophies; they are awarded for different levels and
subjects. Every year a cup is presented for the best article in The GB JournaL
 Come and meet us first
Non-members are most welcome to come to a meeting or two if they are interested in joining. For details
please contact:
GBPS MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY
PETER TANNER, Highstandings, 13 St Hubert's Close, Gerrards Cross, Bucks SL9 7EN, England
E-mail:
petertannerHS13@talktalk.net
 Communication
Our membership is international and so it is vitally important to have an effective means of keeping all who belong
to the Society up to date, wherever in the world they may live. The main way of doing this is through our Newsletter,
which covers news, views, members' queries, letters, articles and details of meetings. Collector members may advertise in it
free of charge.
The GB Journal carries authoritative articles on all GB matters with an emphasis on research and new discoveries.
It has become an important publication and complete sets of issues are now avidly sought.
 History and objectives
The GBPS was founded in 1955 by a small but enthusiastic group of collectors. Since then it has grown steadily both
in this country and abroad to over 700 members.
The Society's primary aim is to promote, encourage and contribute to the advancement of the philately of Great Britain.
The GBPS now covers all aspects of GB philately: stamps, postal history, postal stationery, booklets, college stamps,
revenues, telegraphs, philatelic conservation.
The GBPS has contributed much to the field of GB philately. This is certain to continue as new members with fresh
ideas join.
 Now that you know the benefits of membership why not fill in the membership form and join the
Great Britain Philatelic Society.
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