Hailsham, High Street 1900
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Photo of Hailsham, High Street 1900

More about this scene

Hailsham, an old market town, lies about seven miles north of Eastbourne. For about 200 years its main industry was rope making, which was started by Thomas Burfield; his shop was in the High Street. In the late 19th century over a hundred people were working in the industry, and a central warehouse was also located in the High Street.

A Selection of Memories from Hailsham

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Hailsham

Sparked a Memory for you?

If this has sparked a memory, why not share it here?

Fond memories of my time spent with my friends at Oakland's riding school in the late 1960's and early 1970's. Does anyone have any photos of it at that time? Would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Nikki x