In September 2005 around 70 residents of Harkstead from the 1940s and 50s, and many of their partners, assembled in the village hall.  They came from across the county, and in some cases across the country.  Although some still live locally, many had not met since they were teenagers in the village and had set off into the world.  Name badges, with names as they were in youth,  were worn as a reminder since faces had changed over the 50 or so years: the Gallingtons,  the Abbotts, the Godbolds, the Westmacotts and so many more.

A good day was enjoyed by all,  and those attending thanked the organisers; Jim Grimwood;  Robin Paine;   Wendy Sadler     (nee Abbott); Michael Billett and Olive Tobin (nee Williams)  for their considerable efforts in making the reunion happen.
To assist with the nostalgia, a number of photographs from the 40s and 50s were on display. The challenge was to recognise the faces from so long ago.   A number of photos from those days are included in this website.
Many of those attending, most of whom were in their 60s and 70s, were surprised to see one of their teachers. For those who attended secondary school at Holbrook, which was most, Miss Nunn was a well known teacher at the school.  Now 96 years old, she enjoyed chatting to her former pupils.
This website has been prepared as a record of the reunion, with photographs contributed by those attending.  If you wish to take a copy of any of these,  a reminder that "Right click" on the image; select "save picture as" will allow you to capture the image on your computer.  Any contributions to the site would be welcome.
Only a few weeks after the event Robin Paine who, like the other organisers, worked so tirelessly to make sure that the reunion was a success, sadly died. However he did at least see his work come to fruition and have the pleasure of meeting up with some of his old friends again, which is something he said had particularly given him  so much pleasure and satisfaction.