British Aerospace (Filton) Retired Employees Association (BAFREA )

Known to its members as “The Club”, we were founded in 1961 and formed so that retired employees can maintain social contact; providing opportunities to meet for social, educational, recreational and reunion events. The Company has changed its name over the years from The Bristol Aeroplane Company to British Aircraft Corporation through to British Aerospace, Airbus and BAE Systems. There was once a splinter group known as “1220 Lab” which went off into space.

Whichever one you retired from on the Filton site, entitles you to join us. We meet every alternate Tuesday from 2 till 4 pm at the B.A.W.A. on Southmead Road. We have a committee that organizes various programs for the afternoon including film shows, talks and musical entertainment. We also have a raffle and a couple of games of Bingo. We like members to take part in these activities as it’s the only way to raise funds as we are completely self supporting.

During the summer we have coach trips, an Easter lunch and a lunch at the A.G.M. in October, then at Christmas we have a dinner which is always well supported. All these activities are subsidized out of club funds. In the winter months we play skittles on Thursday afternoons, nothing serious, just a fun game. In December we try to organize a Turkey & Tinsel trip for 4 or 5 days. This of course is not subsidized.

Well there is a bit about us; if you are interested give us a call or come along and have a look at us. You’ll be made welcome. Membership is £5 per annum, but you can have a trial visit for 20p.

Our address for contact is given on our printed newsletter, alternatively you can e-mail us at: