Costume Hire

Victoria Park Amateur Dramatics Society was founded in 1969 by Reg Stokes. Reg had two passions: Theatre and Costume. Over the years Reg, aided by Hazel his wife, created many beautiful costumes for the drama group’s various shows. Reg also sourced or was given many vintage pieces to add to the group’s collection.

From Pantomime Dame creations to 1950s tea dresses, we have quite a collection! Tail coats, Victorian dresses, furs, evening dresses, Fairisle tank tops, Oxford bags, hats and gloves galore, and everything in between!

Items from this ever-growing collection are available to hire to other local (or not so local) amateur theatrical groups at prices that suit an amateur budget (we know all about those!). The collection is stored at Victoria Park Methodist Church, Winton, Bournemouth.

Sadly Reg is no longer with us but he handed the collection to Robert who now presides as VP’s Wardrobe Master.

Interested in learning more? Looking for that elusive costume piece?

Contact Robert directly on: 07940266996