DDA History

The Dorset DA was formed in 1952 at Mitchell’s Boatyard, Hamble.

Early DA meets in 1956 and 1957 Mrs Ayre sewing a silk Dorset DA Pennon in 1956.

The pennon is held by the DA chairman and is still displayed at DA AGM’s still today

Memorable events

Our Youth years of past.

1995 NFOL Shepton Mallet the youth leadingthe DA on the Mardi Gra

First New Year Meet

40th Birthday Meet

Mr & Mrs E Foxwell, Mr & Mrs XXXXX Mr L Mitchell. Mr & Mrs R Cripps originating members of Dorset DA. Mr M & S Butchers DA Chairman Mr R & D Castro Chairman SWR

Chairman Dorset DA

Past chairman who attended the 40th Birthday Meet. Mr T Brown Mr C Vickery Mr M Butchers Mr J Booth Mr T Sharpe and Mr M Cooper.