MARTIN Ellis returned to address members at the February meeting held at Baxter College, Kidderminster. He started working with Birmingham Museum of Art Gallery in 1986, and is now principal curator, collection research and development. He is a former curator of Aston Hall, the subject of his talk on this occasion.

Mr. Ellis's presentation was a curtain-raiser for the groups visit to Aston Hall on May 14.

Details of the activities of the Wyre Forest group of National Trust members can be obtained from the group's secretary, Marjorie Fernihough on 01562 883460.