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Name:: Roger Smith
Notice:: For some time my wife & I (both in our 60s) have been looking to rent long term somewhere near Kingswear, as currently we live in East Sussex, but my dream is to live in or around Kingswear, unfortunately the local agents never have anything available, and we are now desparate to find suitable rented accomodation in the area. On my mothers side we had relatives by the name of Short/Tucker who lived in Kingswear and I have been coming down there for over 50 years so is now more my home than where we live in Sussex. If anyone knows of anyone who might have suitable accomodation (not holiday) to rent please let me know. Thank you for reading this. Roger Smith.
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Date created:: Mon Jul 14 15:53:59 2008

Name:: matthew austin
Notice:: My Mother lived in Dittisham and got married there in 1956. She was Gillian and her Father was Eric Lee, who was the race starter for the sailing club. My Mother learned to sail on the dart from their house called Greenbanks and she sailed a Merlin. To celebrate my parents 50th wedding anniversary we have rented a house in Dittisham in mid September and would like to find out how i can rent a sailing dingy, doesnt particularly matter what type, for our visit. If anyone knows whoor how I can get hold of someone who rents out sailing dingy's please do let me know. For what its worth I am a qualified sailign skipper. Many thanks in advance and i look forward to hearing from anyone. Matthew Austin
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Date created:: Mon Jun 30 16:46:31 2008

Name:: Chrissie Reidy
Notice:: Hello A friend and I are staying in Dittisham over Christmas and we're wondering whether anyone can advise about carol concerts, pantomimes, 'Christmassy' things to do/places to eat or events taking place close by? We're coming down from London and so looking forward to escaping the big smoke!
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Date created:: Sun Jun 29 21:36:42 2008

Name:: DEREK TERRY
Notice:: I am trying to trace my family tree, i am looking for the family of Terry.s, Memory,s, and Bulley. I have gone back to 1806 when my family of Terry, married into the Memmory and Bulley familys, at that time the Terrys lived in Terrys court, Lower st, and High st, the Memorys lived in Long cott, Lower st and Church cottage, the Bulleys lived in Lower st. I intend to visit Dittishom soon, and would like to hear from anyone from these familys who may still live in the village, or have any information that could help in my search.
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Date created:: Thu Mar 20 19:13:13 2008

Name:: Geoff and Judith White
Notice:: We lived in Dittisham from 1986 to 1996. I am trying to trace Doreen Gillman, widow of Ron Gillman, who lived in Dittisham until around 1992. The War Museum in Valletta, Malta, is temporarily closed for renovation but they were interested in Ron's exploits while stationed in Malta during WW2. I have already given them a copy of Ron's book, The Shiphunters and would like to get in touch with Doreen about it. You can email or phone 01225 830 159.
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Date created:: Mon Mar 10 06:45:59 2008

Name:: Roger Bliss
Notice:: I have acquired a postcard posted 1906 of "Water Wheel" near Dittisham and can anybody tell me any information about this wheel. The card is a Hildesheimer card from their series No 5357 and the artist is probably Robert Gallon 1845 - 1925. The picture shows a wooden structure with frothing water spilling over a wooden wheel. It is not clear from the picture what its use was/is. If anybody can help I would delighted to send them a scan jpeg file of the card and learn more of this artefact. best wishes from Roger Bliss in Shropshire
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Date created:: Fri Mar 7 19:57:2 2008

Name:: jane bibby
Notice:: 'JOYCE - A CELEBRATION' The life and work of JOYCE GRENFELL A one-woman presentation by JANE BOWER "Jane achieves just what Joyce did - leaves her audience wanting more!" Dittisham Village Hall on Sat 5 April at 7.30pm - Bar opens at 7.00pm Tickets £7.50 with free glass of wine Available from John Wells 722414 proceeds to Ditsum Players
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Date created:: Mon Mar 3 18:20:10 2008

Name:: Paula Dormer
Notice:: Detail: Sale of Designer Fabrics, Trimmings and Accessories, Plus Clothing and Mulberry Home at Massively Reduced Prices. One Day SALE at Dittisham Village Hall, Saturday 9th February 10am to 4pm
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Date created:: Fri Feb 8 19:01:29 2008

Name:: Brian Davies
Notice:: It's that time of year again and I would like to wish all my old friends from the Village a very merry Christmas I am allways thinking of You from Australia.
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Date created:: Sun Dec 16 00:58:47 2007

Name:: billgalford
Notice:: does any body have any info on a village called galford where a battle took place in the 9th century? or know any one with this last name?
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Date created:: Sat Oct 13 01:08:26 2007

Name:: Fraser Hoare
Notice:: Hi, I looking for advice on where to launch/moor my RIB in Dittisham - I'm staying down for a week (an annual trip - but now with own boat!) in October and would like to explore the river. All suggestions gratefully received cheers
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Date created:: Sat Sep 29 23:08:44 2007

Name:: Rachel Damerell
Notice:: After spending a delightful weekend in Dittisham last autumn I would like to plant a Dittisham ploughmans plum tree. I have some unusual varieties of apple near an estuary in Cornwall and would be grateful if anyone coult let me know how I could obtain a Dittisham plum. Thankyou.
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Date created:: Tue Sep 11 18:29:5 2007

Name:: Karen Sumner
Notice:: I am looking for an old friend who's Mother used to own a Pottery in Manor Street back in the early 70's the name was Priddow or Priddoe or Prideaux, I really cannot remember the spelling, can anyone help. Thank you
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Date created:: Wed Jun 20 00:54:2 2007

Name:: S Platt
Notice:: Any private house sales around Dittisham for up to £1m - for a permanent NOT holiday home?
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Date created:: Thu Jun 7 09:13:51 2007

Name:: Maddie McDavid
Notice:: Looking for rural cottage to rent in Dartmouth and surrounding area on an annual basis
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Date created:: Wed Jun 6 12:14:6 2007

Name:: Steve Westcott
Notice:: I am tracing the WESTCOTT family & have records of them living in Mannor Street Dittisham in the census of 1871, 1881, 1891 and 1901. I would really like to be able to identify the house my Great Grandfather grew up in. Is there anyone with any WESTCOTT information to help me? Regards Steve Westcott (Plymouth)
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Date created:: Sat Jun 2 18:29:46 2007

Name:: Jane
Notice:: Hello Dittisham! The cats and I would like to return to Dittisham in early Spring. "We" would like to rent a furnished cottage, garden, within walking distance to the ferry and pubs. Thank you, Jane (AJ)
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Date created:: Fri Mar 16 23:16:40 2007

Name:: Beverley Davies nee Punchard
Notice:: My Punchard ancestors were farmers/blacksmiths in Dittisham between 1750's-late 1800's. Might anyone like to spend a sunny afternoon looking for their headstones at St Georges? I live in Kent and would appreciate it very much! One family branch lived/worked at Hemborough Post in mid 1800's. I will send a donation to the Parish Council as a token of appreciation. Have enjoyed the website, keep up the good work. Regards, Beverley
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Date created:: Sun Mar 11 19:11:56 2007

Name:: David S Thornton
Notice:: Lord Henry Kerr and Family There was an entry on the notice board in June 2005 asking for information. An attempt to contact that enquirer has failed. I would be iglad to hear from anyone who has an interest in or information on Lord Henry Kerr and the years he spent as Rector of Dittisham.
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Date created:: Wed Feb 21 10:33:41 2007

Name:: Yve Macartney
Notice:: The ferry to Dartmouth Timetable is for 2005. Can anyone tell me the operational dates for 2007 ? Thanks
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Date created:: Mon Feb 12 17:59:56 2007

Name:: David Teagle
Notice:: I need a repair ot my Stovax multifuel fire. John Nightingale at Capton no longer does call outs. Help! any suggestions
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Date created:: Wed Jan 10 19:38:5 2007

Name:: Brian Davies
Notice:: Wishing all old Ditsumites a very merry Christmas and a Very happy new year Brian
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Date created:: Sun Dec 31 08:07:11 2006

Name:: Greenway to Dittisham Ferry
Notice:: Greenway Ferry CHRISTMAS OPERATION HOURS Christmas Eve 10.00 – 16.00 hrs Christmas Day No Ferry Boxing Day 10.00 – 16.00 hrs 26th December 2006 - 30th December 2006 10.00 – 16.00 hrs 31st December 2006 10.00 – 16.00 hrs Special Arrangements for a late ferry for passengers wishing to celebrate at the Ferry Boat Inn ask for details. 1st January 2007 11.00 – 16.00 hrs Should any passengers require extra services out of these hours please discuss with Ferryman John. We would like to thank all our customers for their support in 2006 and wish you all a very Happy Christmas & prosperous New Year! Greenway Quay & Ferry Service
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Date created:: Tue Dec 12 16:16:40 2006

Name:: Elizabeth Ramshaw
Notice:: Listened to the Nativity performed by the children of Dittisham in December 2004 on BBC Radio4 and it has stayed in my memory ever since. I have been trying to find a copy of the script and wondered if anyone would be able to help. Looks like a beautiful place to be, will have to make it next years holiday destination. God Bless Elizabeth Ramshaw
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Date created:: Mon Nov 27 16:00:38 2006

Name:: Anna Rakestrow
Notice:: Im doing the JACKMAN family tree has anyone got any info on the JACKMANS who lived and worked the land around and in Dittisham many thanks Anna
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Date created:: Sat Sep 9 16:03:10 2006

Name:: Jane
Notice:: Looking for Dittisham cottage for winter let, cats allowed. Thank you
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Date created:: Tue Aug 22 14:02:40 2006

Name:: Gillian Zbinden Reist
Notice:: We are a family in Switzerland looking for comfortable holiday accommodation in the Dartmouth/Dittisham/Slapton area with 6-8 beds for 2-3 weeks in July 2007. Preferably a house close to river or beach. I come from Goodrington and remember a big house (to rent?) at water's edge, left of café when crossing over to D'sham on the ferry. Can anyone help?
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Date created:: Mon Jul 31 13:48:26 2006

Name:: Tony Roberts
Notice:: We're looking to rent a property for the weeks commencing August 12the and/or 19th 2006. Need 2 bedrooms and a view of the Dart preferably.
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Date created:: Sun Jul 23 20:06:49 2006

Name:: Frank Pearson
Notice:: Hi Lokking to rent a self catering cottage from around 21st July for one week. Must have two bedrooms. Also would like to do some maceral fishing..need to hie a small boat?
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Date created:: Sun Jun 4 16:59:34 2006

Name:: Brian Davies
Notice:: Hi, I am looking for Joy Tozer, Her Mum and Dad ran the post office in the Village back in the 60's
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Date created:: Thu May 18 03:55:22 2006

Name:: Greenway Quay & Ferry Service
Notice:: Easter Special River Cruises for 2006 & Children's Easter Treasure Hunt Trips! Departing from Dittisham & Greenway Visit our website and click on the events tab. www.greenwayferry.co.uk
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Date created:: Tue Apr 4 22:25:23 2006

Name:: Lavender
Notice:: Hi, Visiting for the first time during May. Can any locals suggest what we should see in the village? Also, will my old Mum be OK walking around, or is the centre of village hilly at all? Which restaurants/pubs are good nearby for food? Are boat trips reliable to Greenways and Dartmouth. Just need something to fill a few days break. Looking forward to it! Thanks, Lavender.
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Date created:: Fri Mar 31 21:57:25 2006

Name:: Emma Andrews
Notice:: Has anyone heard or know of anyone who might know if ther is a Dittisham Apple. Contact name and telephone number would be helpful.
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Date created:: Fri Mar 31 17:36:51 2006

Name:: Melissa Smart
Notice:: We are looking to rent a cottage for the summer of 2006. Can anyone help? Thanks.
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Date created:: Mon Mar 27 19:23:51 2006

Name:: Gilly Hancox
Notice:: Can you tell me if there is a public footpath around the estuary? I am planning a walk around this area with some friends.
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Date created:: Wed Feb 8 11:00:30 2006

Name:: steve brooks
Notice:: ferry boat inn. please dont forget to send copy of 'pop' higstons original tape left in august. ta!
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Date created:: Wed Dec 28 10:47:26 2005

Name:: jill bernhardi
Notice:: Has anyone ever heard of the artist Panizi (or similar spelling) lived and worked in Dittisham in the 1920's?
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Date created:: Mon Dec 26 16:07:23 2005

Name:: Brian Davies
Notice:: Just to wish all the old Dittsumit's a very happy Cristmas
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Date created:: Tue Dec 20 06:51:54 2005

Name:: Alan
Notice:: I am visiting the village from 4th November with large family. Can anyone tell me if there is a local bonfire night. Not looking for anything too grand as children very young. Thank you alan
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Date created:: Wed Oct 19 14:27:26 2005

Name:: Ken Taylor
Notice:: I am writing a book about local ghosts and other paranormal experiences (the full range - from angels to UFOs), and would be very interested to hear of any current or past events in the area. I am happy to give due credit for any input, or provide anonymity if preferred. I have already heard Dittisham has a witchcraft story involving Temperence Lloyd, but have yet to discover the details, so I'd love to learn more about her. I have also heard there is/was a holy well, and wonder whether it is still in use, or what its special powers are/were. If you think you can help with those queries or with any other stories, please don't delay in contacting me (I am working to a deadline). You can find a little more information about my book (to be published by Richard Webb, Dartmouth, in 2006) at www.wordwrights.co.uk/pub/dartmouth/index.html , which also has information on some of my other publications. Thanks
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Date created:: Tue Sep 13 18:05:26 2005

Name:: Brigitte
Notice:: I am researching my family tree and would love to hear from any one with info on the Trist family the earliest Trist I have is John Trist (b)1469 in Harberton then they moved to Dittisham.Any info would be greatly appreciated.Thank you
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Date created:: Mon Jul 18 23:47:38 2005

Name:: E. Stewart
Notice:: I am looking for any information at all about Rev Lord Henry Kerr and his family who were at one time at Dittisham. Thanks in advance for any help.
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Date created:: Tue Jun 21 18:55:11 2005

Name:: Philip Wills
Notice:: Attention Roger Smith I too had Short ancestors from Kingswear and as there was only one family we must be related. The Short family originally came from Totnes I believe and migrated down the river to Dittisham, Dartmouth and Kingswear. I have a website with all the details so please contact me.
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Date created:: Tue Jun 14 20:05:15 2005

Name:: Roger Smith
Notice:: For some time my wife & I (both in our 60s) have been looking to rent long term somewhere near Kingswear, as currently we live in East Sussex, but my dream is to live in or around Kingswear, unfortunately the local agents never have anything available, and we are now desparate to find suitable rented accomodation in the area. On my mothers side we had relatives by the name of Short/Tucker who lived in Kingswear and I have been coming down there for over 50 years so is now more my home than where we live in Sussex. If anyone knows of anyone who might have suitable accomodation (not holiday) to rent please let me know. Thank you for reading this. Roger Smith.
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Date created:: Fri May 13 11:23:13 2005

Name:: Marian Cranford
Notice:: In going through old papers, I found material related to Dittisham. My late husband's cousin, Willodene Brumbach of Jasper,Alabama,USA had orresponded with "A.H. Wigan, Clare Cottage, Lower Street, Dittisham,Dartmouth,Devon TQ60HY Tel: 325." She gave me copies of the envelope and a photo, knowing I was researching Cranford for my daughters. Does anyone have any information related to the Cranford family, or M. Wigan? I'd sure sppreciate hearing from you, and thank you in advance for considering this. I live in Birmingham,Alabama,USA
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Date created:: Sun May 8 21:32:8 2005

Name:: Brian Davies
Notice:: Hi, I was born in the Vilage and would love to hear from anyone who lived there in the 50/60s
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Date created:: Thu Mar 24 02:58:58 2005

Name:: Jane
Notice:: I am interested in a cottage for long term let, cats approved, overlooking the River Dart. Please contact Jane.
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Date created:: Fri Feb 4 00:00:00 2005

Name:: Stuart Chambers
Notice:: Noticed an article on Albert Liwentaal the early Dittisham aviator and the book published by Bob Marsh about Liwentaal. The South Hams Flying Club holds its annual flyin every June at a field near Halwell and we would like next year to celebrate Liwentaals early attempts at flight near Dittisham. Can anybody help with any info. Also my wifes Aunt and Uncle, Lilian and Bob Beer used to live in Lower Street in Dittisham. They now live inland at Bovey. Does any one remember them? Thanks a lot. Stuart Chambers
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Date created:: Mon Nov 8 05:32:54 2004

Name:: judy barber
Notice:: hope someone in the village can help, we knew a couple who used to moor their boat, Cloudy Bay at Bucklers Hard Marina, and have now moved from the New Forest to a house they have bought in Dittisham. They wrote to me earlier this year,and I mislaid their letter, they were renting at Plympton whilst the house was being renovated, so I imagine they have moved in by now, They know we have moved to Kingswear and we would like to make contact again. Thanks in advance to anyone who can help.
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Date created:: Mon Sep 6 22:08:15 2004

Name:: CAILLIEZ Jean-claude
Notice:: The complete biography of the 1894's Dittisham aviation pionneer A.Liwentaal has been published this summer (2004). Along the 240p you will also learn more ... he also worked with Hiram Maxim and becames an English citizen in 1914, then working for the Royal Naval Air Service, and was also the personnal war courrier of the king George V (80 pictures), a.s.o.. Ask for more to J.C.Cailliez, the author.
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Date created:: Fri Aug 20 12:46:50 2004

Name:: Esther Mander
Notice:: I am trying to get in contact with Ivan Tabbenor who lived/lives at 2 Dart View Dittisham. My last contact at that address was about 97-98. I went to college with him and it would be good to catch up. If anyone who knows him can tell him I am looking for him or let me know how to contact him I would be grateful.
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Date created:: Wed Aug 18 12:13:20 2004

Name:: julie smith
Notice:: we have been boating in dittisham over the summer, and are looking to move there. we would be interested in either buying or renting a property, until we can buy. we have about 350k to spend. please can anyone who has either of the above contact me at my e mail address. many thanks
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Date created:: Sun Aug 15 14:14:37 2004

Name:: Bev Chrystie
Notice:: I am distantly related to the Hart family who lived in Lower Street in the mid-1800s and were living in Church Cottages from at least 1871 to 1901. We know that Florence Hart who had been married to William Hart didn't die until 1978. She was born Florence Coombs, so any information on the Coombs family would be gratefully received too. We know her brother Sam was the ferryman for many years, despite some degree of physical handicap. Would also love to know anything more about Church Cottages. The census
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Date created:: Mon Jul 5 22:08:53 2004

Name:: Bill Savage
Notice:: >Does anybody know what happened to Elizabeth Foale whose family used to farm at Bozomzeal in the 1960s
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Date created:: Mon Mar 29 23:22:37 2004

Name:: Jane Tomlinson
Notice:: I am interested in a cottage, overlooking the River Dart, for long term let beginning May 1, 2004. Thank you, Jane
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Date created:: Fri Mar 26 20:48:10 2004

Name:: Sarah Beal
Notice:: We are a family of 4 who love Dittisham and hve stayed often in the village we are now looking to rent a property in the area for 6/12 months. We are looking for a cottage/house with at least 3 bedrooms, prefrably 4, within walking distance of the river. If you can help (genuinely) please let me know. Many thanks. Sarah Beal 3rd March 2004.
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Date created:: Wed Mar 3 14:02:54 2004

Name:: Bev Davey
Notice:: OLD CAPTON MILL I have the deeds and other legal papers for this property. Does it still exist? Are these papers of any interest to you?
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Date created:: Fri Jun 20 08:06:21 2003

Name:: Sue Lawrance
Notice:: My "Hutchings family lived in the vilage for at least 220 years until this year. I would love to hear from anyone who remembers my father Sydney Hutchings or who has any old photographs of life in the village in a bygone age. Many thanks
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Date created:: Sun Sep 30 15:01:07 2001