“Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two
Fri 9 Oct · 19:00
Dean Court Community Centre
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Maurice East delivers a talk titled "Down in the Dumps" at Dean Court Community Centre in Oxford on 9 October 2026. The session explores how Oxford contributed to the Second World War. Admission is free.
Speaker: Maurice East
“Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two in various shapes and ways!
William Morris and Morris Motors at Cowley
Mauri will cover the development of the Cowley works through the story of William Morris and his creation of a major manufacturing business from early beginnings. [ A story also told here : Morris Metropolis ] . With the advent of World War One, William Morris’ enterprise engaged in war work. This included the making of mine sinkers for the Royal Navy in large quantities.
After the First World War, in the 1920s there was a major expansion. This included, in 1926, the building of the Pressed Steel factory, which created a huge demand for labour. Men came from all over the UK and especially from South Wales, building the centre of gravity of the population of Oxford eastwards around the villages of Barton, Headington and Iffley, amongst others.
This talk is a fundraiser for Against Breast Cancer, and while the tickets are free a minimum donation of £6 will be collected in cash on the door at the time of entry Pls note there is now online payment for this event
Tickets will include a glass of wine or Cordial
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Frequently asked questions
“Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two takes place on Friday, 9 October 2026 at 19:00.
“Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two is held at Dean Court Community Centre in Oxford (Pinnocks Way, Botley, OX2 9DG).
Entry to “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two is free.
The forecast for “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two is Light drizzle · 15°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Dean Court Community Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
“Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two
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Maurice East delivers a talk titled "Down in the Dumps" at Dean Court Community Centre in Oxford on 9 October 2026. The session explores how Oxford contributed to the Second World War. Admission is free.
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Speaker: Maurice East
“Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two in various shapes and ways!
William Morris and Morris Motors at Cowley
Mauri will cover the development of the Cowley works through the story of William Morris and his creation of a major manufacturing business from early beginnings. [ A story also told here : Morris Metropolis ] . With the advent of World War One, William Morris’ enterprise engaged in war work. This included the making of mine sinkers for the Royal Navy in large quantities.
After the First World War, in the 1920s there was a major expansion. This included, in 1926, the building of the Pressed Steel factory, which created a huge demand for labour. Men came from all over the UK and especially from South Wales, building the centre of gravity of the population of Oxford eastwards around the villages of Barton, Headington and Iffley, amongst others.
This talk is a fundraiser for Against Breast Cancer, and while the tickets are free a minimum donation of £6 will be collected in cash on the door at the time of entry Pls note there is now online payment for this event
Tickets will include a glass of wine or Cordial
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two?
“Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two takes place on Friday, 9 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two taking place?
“Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two is held at Dean Court Community Centre in Oxford (Pinnocks Way, Botley, OX2 9DG).
How much are tickets for “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two?
Entry to “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two is free.
What will the weather be like at “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two?
The forecast for “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two is Light drizzle · 15°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Dean Court Community Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two?
Tickets for “Down in the Dumps” – How Oxford Helped Win World War Two can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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