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Simmons and Morgan Families
Are there any members of the Simmons family in Battle, related to James Edward, and Mary Simmons who migrated to Australia with their oldest child, Charlotte Anna, in 1878; and Mary Simmons was Mary Morgan, daughter of James Morgan who worked at Battle Abbey for many years,as Assistant to a number of different Dean’s…. I … read more
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Looking for friend from the 60s
Hi trying to find a Myrtle (Dolly) Martin who lived in Battle in the early 60s. Just wondering if still alive and doing ok? … read more
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Veness / Venis Family
It is a bit odd for messages on the Battle message board to not appreciate that to look for the origin of the Venis, Venus, Veness etc family name, all you need to do is look at the list of the “Compagnons” of William the Conqueror listed in the roll of compagnons held at Battle … read more
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Veness Family
I need some help with my Veness family tree. I have Frances Emily Caroline Veness but can’t decide if iv’e got her ancestors correct.If anyone thinks they can help I will be very happy. Thank you. … read more
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Veness Family
Hello, I have just found this web site and I see there are many old messages about the Veness family of Bexhill. My Grandmother was Frances Emily Caroline Veness 1871 – 1957 (illegitimate) daughter of Emily Elizabeth Veness. Frances E C married Thomas John Veness 1871 – 1947. I was just wondering if there was … read more
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Calling Fred Courtney-Bennett
Hey Fred, Hope you are well! Alan Hooper here long time no see but coming to Hastings late August 22 and would love to hook up with you … my email [reveal email] … drop me a mail! … read more
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Foster Parents Wanted!
Anderida Foster Care are seeking foster parents to provide safe, caring homes for children and young people. If you are age 23+, have a spare bedroom and would like to find out more then take a look at https://www.anderidacare.co.uk/foster-care or call [reveal tel] … read more
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Blackman Family Search
Hi, I’m a lost Blackman searching various Blackman lines throughout Kent. Looking for a tree to fit into or some DNA to compare with. Are there any Blackmans on this site who could help me? Thank you, Tanya … read more
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Farming in Battle
Hi, It’’s been awhile since my last post but I have been busy redoing my Family Tree. I wonder if anyone can suggest where I can get hold of old maps of the area? I am trying to get a visual idea of where the family were located from 1580 – 1841. Also I need … read more
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Swallows
How can I find out about swallows nests in the Tower in the Square please? … read more
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Rush, Witt & Wilson

We are located in the heart of Battle High Street opposite the imposing Abbey, site of the 1066 Battle of … more
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The Battle of Hastings
to Sunday, 15th October 2023 (2 day event)
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, Battle

Category: Displays and Demonstrations
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Simmons and Morgan Families
Are there any members of the Simmons family in Battle, related to James Edward, and Mary Simmons who migrated to … more
Looking for friend from the 60s
Hi trying to find a Myrtle (Dolly) Martin who lived in Battle in the early 60s. Just wondering if still … more