Monthly Archives: June 2014
In defence of the Cinque Ports
Were the Cinque Ports really an impotent naval power by the end of the 14th century? That is the story told by most naval historians. But one leading medieval maritime historian thinks otherwise
Javelins pulling into Rye?
High-speed Javelin trains pulling hourly into Rye and Hastings, and boosting the local economy, are not just an artist’s impression
Dancing by the dunes
They were jiving, bopping and strolling in Camber at the weekend as the annual Rockabilly Rave took place at Pontin's holiday park
Winchelsea’s secret gardens
Winchelsea residents open secret gardens to raise money for local charities
Concern at n-power changes
EDF, the operator of Dungeness B power station, is seeking a change to the safety limit rules
Sun comes out for hospital fete
Rye Hospital welcomed visitors to its annual fete with a goodly range of stalls and entertainments
Road repairs farce
With the main street in Winchelsea breaking up, residents were looking forward to the resurfacing promised by East Sussex Highways; but the wait continues.
Following in Fred’s footsteps
A delightful afternoon was spent retracing the steps of one of the town's most creative writers, whose impact on Rye is as strong and valued as ever
It’s that time again
Roy Hodgson was recently spotted in Rye and now he's in Rio managing England's World Cup team. Roy, Rye and Rio are all winners but how successful will his England team be in Brazil?
