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I recently visited this 'dutch cottage' again (after taking my mum there in the 1990's) and the girl who lives there and is the also the guide, is full of good information about this. She was surprised when I said that my ...Read more

A memory of Rayleigh in 1880 by Gary Cockley

My great grandfather served on this ship, also in the 1800, amongst others until he was invalided out of the service in the late 1800's. I am amazed as I had no knowledge of his history or ...Read more

A memory of Devonport in 1880 by Jean Bennett

Great Uncle Percy was born John Percy Norfolk near Ilkley, in 1880 and was the brother of my grandad William Arthur Norfolk. He fought with the East Yorkshire Regiment during the First World ...Read more

A memory of Ilkley in 1880 by John Howard Norfolk

Does anyone have any memories of the Cheam Fair back in the mid to late 1800's? I understand it still takes place this day!

A memory of Cheam in 1880 by Natalie Nagle

In a sketch I have dated October 1881 there is a cord hanging down from the bell down the outside wall with a hand pull. The name on the sketch it is Wasldale church. Possibly by Beatrix Potter or E Rawnsley.

A memory of Wasdale Head in 1880 by Nigel Bennett

My book on Brynsadler was published in 2008 but is now out of print. Those interested might get a copy from the Community Shop in Pontyclun. The book covers the period from the 1880s up to 1950.

A memory of Brynsadler in 1880 by Edgeley Thomas

After the General Election in 1880, an allegation was made that the successful candidate at Evesham had won the seat by means of influence and bought votes. As a result, an official enquiry was held that year at the ...Read more

A memory of Worcester in 1880 by Siobhan Elam

My two great uncles were at Horton Kirby Home in 1880's, aged 6 and 10. The 6 year old died of pneumonia there, and the 10 year old went into the army when he was of age. He eventually emigrated to Canada.

A memory of South Darenth in 1880 by Jacqueline Plumb

My grandfather was born at his family's home, Hydecroft, which I gather must have been quite a sizeable affair (advertised later as having 8 bedrooms, 28 acres including a tennis-court). I can find no record of it now, but does anyone have any family records or memories of it?

A memory of Lowfield Heath in 1880

I doubt very much if I will get a reply or if anyone can help. I am researching my family tree, I am looking to what happened to my great grand mother Alice Waring (nee Reed). Alice married Walter Waring ...Read more

A memory of Southwood in 1880 by Valerie Waring