Battle Discussion

George Harris and The Mephams

Hi, My grandfather George Harris lived at 35 Lower Lake at some time prior to 1915 when he joined the army. As far as I can tell he was not related to the Mephams-George and Bertha. He was a stable hand but I don’t know where.He gave the Mephams as next of kin. He settled … read more

26th November 2013

Sue Cairney
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Town Council

Can anyone advise in what year was the Battle Town Council formed and when and who was the first elected Mayor of Battle? Many thanks, Stephen … read more

17th November 2013

Anonymous
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Ellen e Veness

i have a painting in watercolour called “A Quiet corner” by Ellen Veness. She was with the East sussex arts club. The address on the back is, 11 Clive Avenue, Hastings. Can anyone help? … read more

1st July 2013

Jessie Rockall
Newbery Preserves

In 1964 Jack and Ben Newbery were in control of the factory, set up in the High Street. My uncle Herbert, was also working in the factory, when it was taken over by Newtime Foods Limited. Over the next two years, new markets were being developed, and the labels changed; the ‘Newbery’ labels were discontinued. … read more

21st June 2013

Brian Newbery
Kamala & Michael Williamson

Hi there I’m trying to locate a Kamala & Michael Williamson, my late step father (Trevor O’Loughlin) was Kamala’s half brother. He lost contact with his mother (Sylvia) many years ago, it was always a wish to find his family, I’d love to be able to do that for him. Kamala has many living relatives … read more

9th June 2013

K Atkinson
Property to Let?

We are medical professionals moving into the area in the next month or so and are looking to rent a ground floor flat or house with garden close to town center. We have 2 adult well behaved cats and 2 cars so need parking? Do you have a property you are looking to rent in … read more

21st April 2013

Madison Beckett
Looking for a Friend

Hi, Long shot is Brady and Adele Rogers still living in Battle? Can you be so kind to pass on my e-mail if you know where they are. [reveal email] Thanks for your time. … read more

11th April 2013

Randall Giles
New to Area, Help Needed

Hi everyone, am fairly new to the area and desperate to start to create a social life for myself. Am divorced, in my early fifties with a teenager daughter so if anyone has any suggestions re clubs, groups etc I would be very grateful. Thank you, Deb … read more

10th April 2013

Deb Lenaghan
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Girl Guiding

Happy Thinking Day to everyone! … read more

22nd February 2013

Vikki Cook
Searching for Lucy Sanctuary

Hi, I am trying to find Lucy Sanctuary who is my friend from 90’s. As far as I know, she is still living in Battle. She is Language Therapist and just published 2 books named “Playing with K” and “Playing with P”. She has two children. Any info would be great. Thanks, Ayse Narin … read more

16th October 2012

Ayse Narin