Rye in East Sussex Town Guide

Bob Wilcock

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Monday, 21st Mar 2022

Clockmaking Family: Gill

Trace, while it is not impossible for William Gill to have made the tinder lighter – clockmaking does involve whitesmithing … more

Saturday, 7th Sep 2019

Rye Old Bank Neighbours

Can anyone help me identify which properties neighbours to Rye Old Bank lived in in 1820? The bank was on … more

Friday, 25th Jan 2019

Clockmaking Family: Gill

Dennis, your clock sounds interesting, and I would love to see pictures. Not sure about e-mailing on this site, I’ll … more

Monday, 15th Oct 2018

Daniel Gill 1795

Brian, Daniel Gill moved to Rye after Samuel was born & was well established by 1791: “silversmith, clock & watchmaker … more

Monday, 15th Oct 2018

Clockmaking Family: Gill

Brian, As member of BBHS perhaps you have more information on the early history of Rye Bank. The first partners … more

Saturday, 25th Aug 2018

Daniel Gill Clockmaker and Banker Black Plaque

Does anyone know the information on which the black plaque at 101 High St is based: “The House of Gill … more

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Soap and Salvation
Soap and Salvation

A place to discover vintage and antique homewares, books, art and objects.

Listed in: Antique Shops

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Jeake's House
Jeake's House

Award winning 17th century town house in medieval cobbled street

Cadborough Cottages
Cadborough Cottages

Walking distance from Rye. Ample parking. Peaceful location.

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Are you over 65 and have had counselling via video?

I am conducting some important research into peoples lived experience of psychological therapy taking place via video and what this … more

Walking Tour

Please can anyone tell me who to contact to book a place on the Friends of Tilling tour relating to … more

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