Appledore
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Ashford Town Walk Guide
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Kent Revisited Photographic Memories
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- 2 photos on Appledore appear in 2 Frith books - View photos of Appledore
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Appledore memories
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Collecting runner beans
My mothers' side of the family all come from Appledore and thereabouts.
I have 3 out of 4 of older sisters who were all born in Appledore. I was born in Wallsend on Tyne. My mother and father (he was stationed at Appledore in the second world war), moved up to Wallsend before I was born. But, when I was very young, we would travel down to Appledore during school holidays, I enjoyed these trips tremendously and have many happy memories of Appledore. In particular, I remember collecting runner beans from my Uncle Lens' smallholding along with other members of my family.
I still have cousins and an Aunt who live in the village and nearby but, unfortunately, we don't seem ...read more here
Contributed by Lenny Wright
Kent memories
Collecting runner beans
My mothers' side of the family all come from Appledore and thereabouts.
I have 3 out of 4 of older sisters who were all born in Appledore. I was born in Wallsend on Tyne. My mother and father (he was stationed at Appledore in the second world war), moved up to Wallsend before I was born. But, when I was very young, we would travel down to Appledore during school holidays, I enjoyed these trips tremendously and have many happy memories of Appledore. In particular, I remember collecting runner beans from my Uncle Lens' smallholding along with other members of my family.
I still have cousins and an Aunt who live in the village and nearby but, unfortunately, we don't seem ...read more here
A memory of Appledore contributed by Lenny Wright
My memories of Bilsington
I can remember moving to Bilsington village when I was just over seven years old.
I attended Bilsington Primary School and have clear memories of Miss Fellows (the headmistress). She had a kind heart I think but at the time she seemed very strict to me. She would take us off for nature walks and it was during these times that I learned to love the soft greens of the countryside. She would point out to us the wonders of the wildlife and plants and we would pick grasses and wild flowers to take back and decorate our classroom with.
Our Sports Days were held in the field opposite the school ( the one with the monument in) and ...read more here
A memory of Bilsington contributed by Creina Lightle
Lovelace family
I am searching for any references or memories relating to the LOVELACE family
I am told there was a Lovelace Place and a Lovelace Chapel in the Roman Catholic church. If any person has any such knowledge, please contact me via this site.
A memory of Bethersden contributed by Joyce Wightman
Extracts From Appledore & Kent books
Appledore stands on a branch of the River?Rother close by?Romney Marsh. During the 9th century, it was an important Viking base. From here they penetrated far inland on destructive forays. More recently, Appledore became a wealthy village with its own harbour. However, in 1287 a storm changed the course of the river Rother and left the village landlocked. This picture shows the main through road, which is considerably busier today.
An extract from from"Villages of Kent Photographic Memories".
This view looks towards the Gloirette; on the left can be seen the main building. In this picture, the magnificent
location of the Castle, surrounded by its enchanting lake, is clearly seen.
An extract from from"Maidstone Photographic Memories".
A superb view of the main building and the Gloirette. Although the Castle appears to be medieval, its turrets and
battlements in fact date from a rebuilding in the late 1820s. The lake is part of the river Len.
An extract from from"Maidstone Photographic Memories".
The main building dominates the picture, together with the Gloirette on the left. At this time, the castle was
still in private hands. Today, the scene is altogether cleaner and tidier, but perhaps lacks the charm shown in
this photograph.
An extract from from"Maidstone Photographic Memories".
A wonderful view of the Castle, showing to advantage the main building and the Gloirette, as well as the Maiden
Tower, just visible on the left hand side as the lake swings round to the Gate Tower. Unusually for photographs of
the time, the clouds are seen to good effect.
An extract from from"Maidstone Photographic Memories".