Volunteer Insights:10 Minute Talks at IWM North

Paul – The British Army 1974 to 1986

Every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am to 3pm 

From the age of 16, Paul joined The British Army. He talks to families about his army equipment and conflicts he has been involved in during his 12 years of service.

Norma – Evacuated during the Second World War

Every Wednesday 10am to 1pm

Norma is celebrating her 20th year volunteering at IWM North. She was three years old when she was evacuated to Clitheroe. Norma loves talking to visitors about her childhood wartime experience.

Ray –  Talk on Tom Boardman, a Far East prisoner of war

Every Wednesday 1am to 3pm and Sunday 10am to 4pm

Discover the fascinating story of Tom Boardman, who was in the army during the Second World War and taken prisoner by the Japanese after the fall of Singapore in 1942. This talk is given by our volunteer Ray who knew Tom through his interest and research into prisoners of war in the Far East.

David – IWM North architecture talk

Every Wednesday 10am to 1pm

The IWM North building is hard to miss – the aluminium-clad building with jutting angles has become an iconic part of the Manchester skyline since it was built in 2002. Join David to discover the story behind the design and why the building might feel strange to you.