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Family History of Southerden
Paul Kennedy: Hi Paul, Charles Southerden was my nana’s brother, and she still has siblings alive who may be able to help you… who are you related through? Trying to work out exaclty what a second cousin is!! My email is [reveal email] Pippa Williams … read more
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Family History of Monk / Foster
I’m researching my family tree, and I am looking for anyone who could be related to or knowes anything about the history of the Monk family. or Foster family, particulary Eliza Foster born c1851/2 her father was Edward. the Fosters are being a bit tricky to trace so if anyone can help I’d be grateful. … read more
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Trip to Rye
We will be staying in Dover for a few days in September prior to our departure on a cruise. We would like to take a day trip to Rye and were wondering – without having to rent a car – what the best way to do a round trip would be. … read more
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Rye Map
Can anyone tell me why the Rye town map on this site is upside down? Thanks. … read more
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Family History of Hilder
John Pelham: I am also interested in discovering the origin of the Hilder of Hilder’s Cliff, Rye, as I was myself a Hilder before I married. There is/was quite a large family of Hilders who nearly all originated in East Sussex, so it is quite likely that the cliff was named after one. But what … read more
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Family History of Hoad
Wanting information on the Hoad family of Watchbell Street. They were involved in Hoad Shipping in the 1800’s. One of the family I believe was a mayor of the town round about that time.. … read more
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Weather Information
Hi, We’re supposed to be travelling down to Rye form the Midlands tomorrow (Fri 4th Mar 05) but after seeing the news about the weather, we’re not sure if thats a good idea. Can anybody give me some updated details on the weather, is it possible to travel in the area??? … read more
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Bus Times
Can anyone give me details of buses which go from Rye railway station to Camber Sands times etc, and are there more buses in the Summer? Thanks. … read more
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Family History of Woolley
I am trying to trace my ancestors – WOOLLEY – who resided in Rye at the beginning of the 18th century. JESSE WOOLLEY who was a “sailor” had a family of five in the 1830s called Elizabeth Ann, Susan, Jesse, William and Susanah (twins). Their mother was called Sarah Ann Roberts. They all resided in Pump Street … read more
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Family History of Turk / Dale
An ancestor of John Turk is buried just inside the door of St Michael’s Church Playden. John had 2 sons Thomas and William by Elisabeth Dale. Both boys were illigitimate but John left them his estate. Unfortunately William died before inheriting. It is believed that Thomas gambled his inheritance away and then ran a pub … read more
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Simply Italian
In a beautiful former 15th Century Mill, SI Rye boasts a great mix of character with Mediterranean flair.
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St Mary's Rye Summer Fete & Flower Festival
to Sun, 19th Jul
Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Rye
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The Blues Cats
, 4:00pm – 7:00pm
The Grapevine Champagne and Jazz Bar, Rye
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Looking for a Room
Hi, I am moving to Rye in July to start a new job. I am currently living in London and … more
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Hello are children allowed in your pub.