Monday 22 December 2014

Can you name anyone in these photos?

Probably the Hastings & St Leonards Carnival for the Hospital – but what year?

Any information, guess etc. you can offer will be welcome.

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Friday 5 December 2014

This lovely book, “The Ridge”, full of photos and illustrations, would make a grand Christmas present

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£12.50

Available from Hastings History House
21 Courthouse Street

01424 424744

Email: ohpscontact[@]gmail.com [Please remove square brackets!]

Monday 3 November 2014

Victoria Seymour launches her 10th modern social history book at the Hastings History House

L-R Deputy Mayor Judy Rogers, Mayor Bruce Dowling, Victoria Seymour and Keith Ridley, editor Hastings Observer series. SUS-141020-072905001

Award-winning historian

Looking Back on Hastings was launched during the recent Hastings Week celebrations at the Hastings History House in the Old Town.

The book is priced £9.99 is available from the History House

Saturday 1 November 2014

Latest from Friends of Hastings Cemetery

New -

Deaths in 1914:

Cemetery Trail Leaflet

Friday 31 October 2014

New e-book - A smuggling adventure set in 1820s Hastings

In The Wake Of Amy Coaster: A smuggling adventure set in 1820s Hastings [Kindle Edition]

Rebecca Shalfield (Author)


Kindle Price:
£1.92 includes VAT* & free wireless delivery via Amazon Whispernet


    Friday 3 October 2014

    Saturday 11th October 2014

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    5.30 - Talk – Virginia Hinze – Sussex Gardens Trust – including Hastings & St Leonards Project

    £2.50

    Refreshments available

    Wednesday 1 October 2014

    Talk on Hastings Weather

    The re-scheduled talk by Hastings weather recorder, David Powell, about the local weather will take place on Friday 3rd October at 7pm at the History House, 21 Courthouse Street, Old Town, Hastings.

    Cost: £2, free to Friends of HCPNR

    Monday 29 September 2014

    Two new names added to the 1914 roll call–and help wanted

    Does anyone have any more information on Stephen Bumstead, who died aged 16, while enlisted under the alias Barnes?

    New -

    Updated -

    A linked list of the people so far recorded who gave their lives as a result of World War One (the Great War) who are recorded in the common wield, not in the CWG areas, (apart from a few exceptions) can be found here

    Monday 1 September 2014

    Friends of Hastings Cemetery Update

    The next cemetery walk will be on

    Sunday - 2 PM,

    14th September

    World War One Stories
    WW1 Cemeteries & Memorials

    Saturday 23 August 2014

    "the grave's a fine and private place…" exploring Hastings Cemetery

    The cemetery was opened on 28th November 1856, the Church of England section being consecrated by Bishop Gilbert of Chichester, followed by a service in All Saints Church. The first burial was that of ‘Yorky’ Smith.

    More information:

    They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
    Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn
    At the going down of the sun and in the morning
    We will remember them.

    A linked list of the people so far recorded who gave their lives as a result of World War One (the Great War) who are recorded in the common wield, not in the CWG areas, (apart from a few exceptions) can be found here

    Deaths in 1914:

    Friday 22 August 2014

    Stop Press! Book Sale this long weekend at the History House

    Help us clear the shelves, come in and browse, and take away a bagful of esoteric and assorted books.

    Friday – Monday
    11 – 4
    21 Courthouse Street

    Friday 8 August 2014

    Prince Albert Statue

    HLHG and History House volunteers are endeavouring to get the statue of Prince Albert back into the public domain.

    The statue has been stored in an old greenhouse in Alexandra Park for many years.

    It is proposed that it should be placed in the vicinity of the Town Hall and Priory Meadow.

    The memorial of which the statue formed a part would have been 150 years old this year.

    HBC want to know if the public support this proposal so if you do support it, please email blawes[at]talk21.com (replace at with @) and the Subject ‘Albert Statue, or drop a note into the History House for the attention of HLHG.

    Tuesday 5 August 2014

    They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
    Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn
    At the going down of the sun and in the morning
    We will remember them.

    For the past year and more FoHC members, especially Judith Dean,  have been recording the stories of those people who gave their lives as a result of World War One (the Great War) who are recorded in the common wield, not in the CWG areas.

    Some particularly interesting stories from the CWG areas have however been included.

    A linked list of the people so far recorded can be found here.

    Where people are buried or remembered in overseas cemeteries, there is a link to photos and basic information.  (The idea originally was to see how many people from Hastings were buried in each cemetery, but this has not proved practicable.)

    Each listed cemetery is linked to the Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery information.

    If you know of others, or have more to add to a story please let FoHC know at info(at)friendsofhastingscemetery.org.uk [please substitute @ for at - this is to avoid spamming]

    The next cemetery walks will be on

    Sunday - 2 PM,

    • 17th August
    • 14th September

    World War One Stories
    WW1 Cemeteries & Memorials

    Thursday 31 July 2014

    Friday 25 July 2014

    Wednesday 23 July 2014

    Opening of OTCW Exhibitions, 26th July

    10:30 to 11:30 on Sat, 26th Jul 2014
    • The Cinque Ports – exploring the history of the Confederation.
    • “Pageant of Heroes” – 1914. Celebrating history and the arts 100 years ago.
    • The First World War – a small display of items from the period.

    Hastings History House is open until 4pm. Entrance free but donations welcome, wheelchair accessible.

    Friday 18 July 2014

    New Publications

    image   image New edition, updated & expanded - £3   Almost 400 pages, 25 chapters,
                                                                         profusely illustrated in colour -
                                                                         £19.99

    Both available from the History House, 21 Courthouse Street
    01424 424744
    ohpscontact@gmail.com

    Tuesday 15 July 2014

    Old Town Carnival Week–lend a hand to create (and maybe carry) a float

    The Pier Hub is entering the Old Town Carnival and  need your help to build the float!  They are running a series of workshops in July, led by Radiator Arts, to create the float which will be inspired by the past and future pier.  Come along to contribute to the overall construction of the float and you will also be able to make a souvenir to take home.  They also need your help to carry the float on the day of the carnival, Saturday 2nd August.  If you aren't able to make the carnival itself you are still welcome to attend one of our workshops.

    Carnival capers: float making workshop – all free!

    July 12 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm  -  Ore Community Centre, 455 Old London Road, Hastings, TN35 5BH United Kingdom+ Google Map

    July 12 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm  -  Ore Community Centre, 455 Old London Road, Hastings, TN35 5BH United Kingdom+ Google Map

    July 19 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm  -  Isabel Blackman Centre WRVS, South Street, St. Leonards, TN37 6AP United Kingdom+ Google Map

    July 19 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm  -  Isabel Blackman Centre WRVS, South Street, St. Leonards, TN37 6AP United Kingdom+ Google Map

    July 26 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm  -  The Citadel Salvation Army Centre, St. Andrews Square, Hastings, TN34 1SP United Kingdom+ Google Map

    July 26 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm  -  The Citadel Salvation Army Centre, St. Andrews Square, Hastings, TN34 1SP United Kingdom+ Google Map

    July 28 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm  - The Hub

    Find out more »

    Friday 13 June 2014

    Midsummer Fish Fest: 21 and 22 June

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    The first Midsummer Fish Fest will take place on the Stade Open Space.

    There'll be music, street performance, stalls, demonstrations and the Saturday evening will be rounded off with a lantern procession followed by fireworks to celebrate the Summer Solstice.

    Provisional programme of events:

    Saturday, 21 June 11am to 10pm:

    • Midday to 1pm: Zackery Dogwood
    • 1.30pm to 2.30pm: The Lost Weekend Duo
    • 3pm to 4pm: Cajun Dawgs
    • 4.30pm to 5.30pm: Dende

    Sunday 22 June 11am to 5pm:

    • Midday to 1pm: Waking Snakes Trio
    • 1.30pm to 2.30pm: Harry Court Band
    • 3pm to 4pm: George Works
    • 4.15pm to 5pm: Jiggery Pokery

    Friday 16 May 2014

    Cemetery News

    The next cemetery walk will be on Sunday, 1st of June at 11 am.
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    Victoria Cross Recipients -

    Born but not buried in Hastings -

    Lived and buried, but not born, in Hastings

    Sunday 4 May 2014

    A New Book available

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    Follow the internal chemistry of Larksea (Hastings!)Morris with its potentially toxic mixture of romance, dance and politics, from the storms of winter to the glorious sunshine of Mayday morning.  £7.99

    Tuesday 1 April 2014

    The Pier Information Hub

    The Hub is situated in the entrance to the Old White Rocks Baths on the promenade just to the east of the Pier.   Email us.
    The Hub
    White Rock
    Hastings
    TN34 1JY
    It will be in use until the pier opens in spring 2015 and is the place to come for all the latest updates and to take part in activities relating to the pier.  Drop in to find out more about the pier, its history, the restoration work and future plans.
    The Hub is staffed by HPC staff and volunteers.
    Opening times
    Wednesday 1pm to Saturday 10am to 4pm

    Displays and activities
    Our displays and activities for Spring 2014 will focus on the history of the pier and in particular the engineering and construction.
    Regular activities
    Wednesday mornings: Archive group.
    Do you have an old photo of the pier, a ticket from a concert, a memory of an event on the pier? Would you be willing to share them with us?  Drop in on a Wednesday morning and our archive group will be able to take a copy of your photo or record your memories to go into our digital archive.  We would particularly welcome any photos that show the structure of the pier.
    Thursday mornings: Storytelling & other activities for Under 5s
    Friday mornings: Dog-friendly session
    A special session at which dogs are welcome.*  Water and dog biscuits will be available.
    Access
    The Hub has a ramp and is accessible to wheelchair users.
    *Guide and assistance dogs are welcome at all sessions

    Monday 31 March 2014

    Friends of Hastings Cemetery Update

    http://friendsofhastingscemetery.org.uk/

    New Stories:


    Farrier Family - three sons killed in WW1, seven family members in forces.  Thomas Matthew Farrier - Unmarked grave. Added more photos and information.

    Friday 28 March 2014

    Date for your diaries

    Saturday 14th June 2014

    In Alexandra Park

    Celebrations of 150 years of the first pleasure gardens there

    Come along in Victorian Costume and add to the atmosphere

    Friday 14 March 2014

    “End of the Pier Show”

    If you missed this the last time around, or want to see it again – it is being shown on BBC2 (yes, nationally, so tell all your friends) at 5.30PM, Sunday 16th March

    Talk tonight! Sorry for short notice

    7 PM – History House

    21 Courthouse Street

    Artists & Writers of Fairlight

    Friends of Hastings Country Park; talk by local historian Haydon Luke

    Just had a preview and can highly recommend it.

    Friday 7 March 2014

    What’s New in the Ancient Town of Winchelsea?

     

    Recent Architecture & historical research with Richard Commoto

    March 15th – 5.30 PM
    Hastings History House
    21 Courthouse Street
    Tickets £2.50

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    Wednesday 19 February 2014

    Take a look at the website

    This is a replacement for the OHPS website with which you may be familiar.

    Click image below for latest newsletter.

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    An Artist in the Family – William Henry Borrow

    Hastings, East Sussex, from the East Cliff

    – with James Cruttenden

    Hastings History House
    21 Courthouse Street

    Tickets - £2.50 each

    Saturday 22nd February 2014, 5.30PM

    Friday 14 February 2014

    Book Sale! Book Sale!! Book Sale!!!

    Saturday and Sunday – 15th and 16th February

    Oh the weather outside is frightful
    But the books are so delightful
    And since you've no place to go
    Give it a go!  Give it a go!! Give it a go!!!

    You’ll find a warm welcome at The History House, 21 Courthouse Street, 11 – 4

    Book Sale! 2014

    Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th February 2014

    Hastings History House
    21 Courthouse Street

    11am – 4pm each day

    You’ve kindly given books, now come and buy what others have given!

    Friday 31 January 2014

    BBC One - The End of the Pier Show

    www.bbc.co.ukFactualHistory

      • Fri 7 Feb 2014 19:30 BBC One South East only  ...
      • When Hastings Pier burnt down in 2010, many thought that was the end. This documentary celebrates the golden age of Britain's first purpose-built pleasure pier.
      • Can Hastings Pier rise from the ashes and reinvent herself? ... In a celebration of the golden age of the British seaside pier, we follow the local campaign to save her. Can she rise from the ashes ...

    Scheduled Cemetery Talks

    • 18th March 7.30 at Hastings Arts Forum with
      Burtons St Leonards Society
    •  28th April at All Saints Monday Wives