The Club
The club was established in 2002 by a small group of people with an interest in computing and sharing their enthusiasm with others.
About the Club
We have around 100 members, and welcome people with different levels of expertise, ranging from experts to those with limited experience, who enjoy meeting others with similar interests.
When and Where?
Our fortnightly club meetings are normally held on Tuesday mornings at the Chichester Yacht Club in West Sussex between October and June.
Our smaller study groups meet once a month on a variety of subjects chosen by the members with the idea of sharing knowledge and learning new skills.
What do I need to join?
Members need a computer, Tablet or SmartPhone and an email address in order to participate in the club activities, and are encouraged to contribute to the running of the club by presenting a topic, suggesting possible speakers etc.
Members are able to access the password protected part of the club website which contains useful resources such as copies of past presentations, minutes of meetings, general information about the club and a calendar of club activities.
What does it cost to join?
The annual fee is £50.00 (Sept to June).
Is Betaplus a registered charity?
Yes the BetaPlus club is a registered charity, our registration number is 1105164.
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