Tin Hut Talks

Our seventh and penultimate guest speaker for our 2026 'Tin Hut Talks' series, in the last useable WWI Nissen Hut in the country. This month's Tin Hut Talk guest speaker is Graeme MacPherson, serving Army officer, accredited battlefield guide and Commonwealth War Graves Commission speaker, who explores the remarkable career of Percy Hobart, one of Britain's foremost armoured warfare experts. Discover how Hobart, who ultimately served as General Officer Commanding, assembled his legendary 79th Armoured Division - the famous "Hobart's Funnies", a revolutionary collection of specialist vehicles that proved pivotal during D-Day and the subsequent campaigns. Drawing on four decades of military experience, Graeme reveals the innovation and vision behind how these extraordinary machines were assembled under Hobart’s command, changing the course of the Normandy invasion. Do come and join us in welcoming Graeme to Shoreham Fort for the first time, where you will find a hot drink waiting for you which included in the price. Doors will be open from 18:30 for a 19:00 start.