Walsh Manor 1949 Through 1962

A Memory of Crowborough.

How lucky I was to be able to spend many holidays from age 11 at Walsh Manor with the fantastic family the Hemmens. Then Walsh was just a struggling farm, complete with Dolly the very large cart horse, out buildings with broken down stalls, no electric light (until 1952), and other children who spent holiday time as paying quests. The best thing ever was the understanding and help given me by Maurice Hemmens and his wife( both who were very active Scouters , Maurice being the the local Scout Commissioner) who were one of the first people who understood dyslexia.

I was analysed as suffering from dyslexia at school by the school nurse, who asked me to close my eyes, fold my arms and wait. Some time later I was pushed very hard from behind and then only weighing very little fell over. My parents did not wish to be associated with such problems and hence I was always spent my holidays at Walsh. The help given by Uncle Maurice gave me great confidence and helped me develop the necessary life skills. Now retired after a very enjoyable and a hard working career, I often spend time thinking of the fantastic time spent at Walsh.

How disgusted I am to hear of its new owners and what they have done to such a lovely building.

Does anyone remember Mac!s Taxi or the Tunbridge-wells swimming runs, if so please contact me.
Macs