1963 A formal dinner for the first Netball World Tournament

 

The menu for the reception given by the Mayor of Eastbourne for the First Netball World Tournament in 1963

 

Famous netballing names who signed the reception menu

The first Netball World Tournament was held in Eastbourne in 1963. It was a relatively small affair and a far cry from the razzmatazz of the recent event in Australia.

However, the Mayor of Eastbourne hosted a dinner for participants. Miss Tomkins saved her menu from the event ,  which  has recently been donated to the archives. The menu card was been signed by the attendees. Many well know names are there – how many can you spot?