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  • Family History of Smith

    I am researching the history of the Smith family in Rye. William Smith (b. 1716) and his wife, Elleoner, had a son named Jeremiah Smith (b. 19 October 1734, d. 1760). He later moved to South Carolina where his son, also Jeremiah Smith (b.1755, d. 1827), was born. I am trying to find out who … read more

  • Tiltman

    In the 1700`s William & Ann Tiltman had sons Richard & Thomas. Richards family line included Hannah Tiltman who married Frederick Marley and their great grandson was Bob Marley. Some of Thomas` family line took them to S.Wales, Cardiff.I`m interested in any info on Thomas` family line. My father in Law was Harold, his father … read more

  • Birth Certificate

    I am French and live in France and I am doing research about my family. So, I would like to know where and how I can get the birth certificate of my great, great grandfather. His name was James Lowes and he was born in Rye on 1st March 1804. Thank you for your help, … read more

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  • Mermaid Street

    Does any person know what happened to 38 Mermaid Street? My grandmother Lily M Robinson lived at that address in the 1800s. … read more

  • Donovan Family

    My name is James Williams and I am hoping that somebody knows, or knows somebody else who knows, of any families with the name Donovan living in Rye. My great grandmothers name was Sarah Mahala Donovan and her father and mother were Daniel Donovan and Susanna (Nee Williams) and they lived in Seymour Place (now … read more

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  • Bayley Family

    I trace my family tree back through the Bayleys of Rye in the 19thC who were mariners. I have quite a bit of info on the family but seek more. Can anybody help? … read more

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  • Whiteman Family

    Looking for anything to do with the Whiteman’s of East Sussex My Grandfather who was James Whiteman killed on the Somme on th July 1916 lived in Netherfield Can’t find a link with the Whiteman’s of Rye. Can anybody help please Regards Peter J Whiteman … read more

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  • Horse Collar / Harness Maker

    My family the Walkers were horse collar and harness makers in Rye. Their address was East Cliff Place, Fishmarket Road or Richmond Villas. Does anyone have any photos they could e mail me of these places. A relation said the sign is still above the house door. Thanking you. … read more

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  • Roy Ernest Eagles & Winifred Beatrice Baker

    I haven’t been able to contact this couple for up to 2 years now and have just found online a memorial from the sussex air ambulance. I are looking for a copy of the obituary for each of these people, and also information on thier death, as this came as a large shock to me. … read more

  • Introduction

    Hello, I have just joined your forum and thought i should introduce myself. My name is David Procter, the name might be recognised by some. My family once lived in Rye and I have been rediscovering their stories for some years. For those that know nothing of the name a little background might help. Among … read more

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