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  • William White / John Eldridge Thorpes Plot

    I’m tracing my family tree and I’m interested in a William Alfred White, he was the brother in law of a John W Eldridge and living at 160 Thorpes Plot in 1901. Does anyone know where Thorpes plot is? Mark … read more

    Mark Bennett

  • Norker Family from Early 19th Century

    Hello, I am researching my wife’s family (Norker) all based in Liverpool back to about 1860. However, the earliest Norkers I have found were Anne and Henry (born 1791) recorded in 1861 as being residents of Battle, Sussex. Anybody come across that name in Battle, gravestones etc? Any help appreciated. … read more

    Fergus Doherty

  • Joan Veness

    Trying to trace any pictures of Joan Veness who would be if still alive 91 years old. The address I have for her is old and it is as follows. 1 Brookfield Avenue Dover (circa 1945).her parents lived at 20 Gladstone Terrace Hastings (again circa 1945). Their names were Charles and Elizabeth Mullard, Charles was … read more

    Stuart Tootell

  • Local Historic Society

    I am new to the area and am very interested in local history. Does anyone know of a local history group I could join. Thank you. … read more

    Joanne Mitchell
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  • Veness Family Tree

    Hello Alisan. In an earlier message you mentioned that you are a descendant of Elizabeth Veness (born 1880 in Birmingham). My wife is a descendant of Elizabeth’s brother, William John, born in 1882. If this connection is correct then I may have some useful information for you about the 1880s Veness family in Birmingham. All … read more

    Jeff Hobbs
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  • Eldridges of Battle

    Trying to verify a Sarah Eldridge who wed William KEMP in Battle15 May 1758. Her parentage is in question – can you put her in a family? Virginia … read more

    Virginia Lomax

  • John Eldridge

    Hello Two of my distant relatives married Eldridge folk: 1 Harriet Eldridge bap 11/5/1777 (dau of John and Elizabeth Eldridge) m Gregory Haines CB in 1804 at Kirdford Sussex 2 Susannah (sister of Gregory above) bap 1/12/1782 in Kirdford m 4/5/1802 John Eldridge (brother of Harriet above?) Can anyone give me more info on this … read more

    Simon Taylor

  • Miss Constance Cane

    I’m trying to trace any information about this lady who died in 1987 in Battle. Any memories or obituaries would be very welcome. … read more

    Mary Smithers
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  • Tracing the Eldridge Family Tree

    Hello Janet Alfred Allen Eldridge was baptised at Battle parish church on 6 April 1856, son of Emery Eldridge and Emily (maiden name Wood). Emery and Emily married at Battle parish church on 9 September 1843. Emery Eldridge was baptised at Battle on 22 December 1822, son of Thomas Eldridge and Elizabeth (maiden name not … read more

    C Edwards
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  • Battle’s Royal British Legion Hall Memorial Plaque

    I would like to thank Battle for the wonderful plaque honoring my Dad 1Lt C. D. Burger and his crew. Anybody having more information please contact me. [reveal email] … read more

    Doug Burger

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JF Stoneworks

JF Stoneworks specialise in manufacturing granite worktops, bathrooms, floors and fireplaces, offering a friendly and professional service. We also specialise … more

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Battle Folk & Fable Festival
Battle Folk & Fable Festival

to Sun, 30th Aug
Market Square, Battle

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Pilates Stretch

, 10:15am – 11:15am
Battle Memorial Hall, Battle

A class for abilities who would like to improve core strength, stability and flexibility. Pilates exercises and stretching.

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Table Tennis

Hi, when and where do you sessions for intermediate adult players?

Calling Gardeners

I have a lot of crocosmia on offer. If anyone is interested in collecting it from me, let me know. … more