Simon Weston
Thu, Nov 19th 2015 at 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
SIMON WESTON OBE - Hero of the Falklands War, his Life and Story
After suffering 46% burns when the Sir Galahad troop carrier was destroyed at Bluff Cove in the Falklands in 1982, Welsh Guardsman Simon Weston overcame his injuries and dedicated his life to charitable work with veteran’s groups and young people’s organisations. Honoured by the Queen and voted The Nation’s Favourite Hero for his bravery he became the subject of TV documentaries, a successful author, businessman and an inspirational public speaker.
Hear his personal experience of The Falklands War and his subsequent triumph over adversity at The Roper Theatre, Hayesfield School, Bath, BA2 3LA at 7.30 pm.
Entry by ticket only, available from:
Park Pets – 01225 316509,
Beau Nash Antiques – 07891 868410
Stonier Hobbs – 01225 463322
Bath Box Office – 01225 463362
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