BSA Song Book

[langcliffe]

Unfortunately I can't see any date, which would clinch it.

They seem to have been added to the records on 23rd March 1942.

 

[mikem]

Another related thread (for completeness):

Caving Songs.....

(This thread has probably been done before so apologies if so). At a recent boozy cave related event I was very chatting to a more senior seasoned caver than my self about cave huts and music. Most caving huts/ cottages/ bunk house I have visited what ever you want to call them have someone...

ukcaving.com

& from 2016 (previous was 2010):
https://ukcaving.com/board/index.php?threads/caving-songs.20559/

 

[Pitlamp]

They seem to have been added to the records on 23rd March 1942.

Thanks Langcliffe; that does suggest that Leakey's "Songs of a Potholer" (which Balcombe didn't flag up until 1950) may well be different - or at least a different version.

I think it's time for me to consult our BCA librarian - meanwhile, if anyone knows where there may be a copy, please would you post here, or send a PM? Thanks.

 

[langcliffe]

Thanks Langcliffe; that does suggest that Leakey's "Songs of a Potholer" (which Balcombe didn't flag up until 1950) may well be different - or at least a different version.

I think it's time for me to consult our BCA librarian - meanwhile, if anyone knows where there may be a copy, please would you post here, or send a PM? Thanks.

Thanks Langcliffe; that does suggest that Leakey's "Songs of a Potholer" (which Balcombe didn't flag up until 1950) may well be different - or at least a different version.

I think it's time for me to consult our BCA librarian - meanwhile, if anyone knows where there may be a copy, please would you post here, or send a PM? Thanks.

Jenny did report that some copies had arrived in the library in 2016. (https://ukcaving.com/board/index.php?threads/caving-songs.20559/post-267855)

 

[Pitlamp]

Ah - splendid. I've been in touch with Mary and she said she'll liaise with Jenny.

So it looks like we're homing in on this at last.