​This year sees the 80th Anniversary of the start of our English Springer Spaniel Society. 

Known as The London and Home Counties English Springer Spaniel Society,

when it was formed on the 23rd October 1946

The formation of an ESS club was a much needed boost to the region of London and the surrounding Home Counties for owners of an expanding, popular breed.

At the 1974 AGM two particular matters of importance occurred.

It was confirmed that the application for Championship Show status in 1975 had been granted by the Kennel Club.

 

In addition a Motion was carried that, the Secretary should apply to the Kennel Club for the name of the Society to be changed to the

"Southern English Springer Spaniel Society".