Jim Hollands – Page 22 – Rye's Own Magazine

50 Years Ago HM The Queen and Prince Philip Visited Rye

28 October 1966

50 Years ago, on October 28th 1966 an event of almost unprecedented importance happened in the Ancient Cinque Port Town of Rye—Her Majesty The Queen, accompanied by His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, paid an official visit to the ancient borough.

At noon on that historic day the people of Rye, stood at the memorial in the churchyard and watched the Queen talking and smiling happily with John Button and Alderman Hacking, it was as though there was a contact between that radiant person and everyone around her. This was our Queen. not a picture on a stamp or a profile on a coin, but a real and wonderful person—here in Rye. Continue reading 50 Years Ago HM The Queen and Prince Philip Visited Rye

Russian Navy Sails Past Rye

Russian Naval Force Passes Close to Rye

Huy Garris sent in this picture of the Russian Navy vessels sailing past Rye on their way to Syria via the English Channel.

The Russian fleet, including the aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov and the nuclear-powered Pyotr Velikiy battle cruiser, will cross the Bay of Biscay and enter the Mediterranean at Gibraltar.

The warships could assist in the bombardment of Aleppo although Russia Continue reading Russian Navy Sails Past Rye

Wild Boar Week

Saturday 22nd – Sunday 30th October 2016

Where’s Boris?

Each year the businesses of Rye celebrate Wild Boar Week by hosting a children’s Hog Hunt event. With the sad passing of the town’s beloved artist John Izod earlier this year (who kindly supplied the artwork for this event in previous years) we decided to do something a little different.

Over 100 shops and businesses in the town will be displaying a page from a Continue reading Wild Boar Week

The Mystery Man

Can You Name the Mystery Man?

Can anyone demonstrate the real power of Social Media and name this gentleman?

Is he a Film Star, a Bricklayer, Business Executive, Barber, Fisherman?

He could be anywhere in Britain or even abroad.

All we need is he name and profession so we can complete an article about him. Continue reading The Mystery Man

Rye Wheeler William wins Hastings Hill Climb

Outstanding Victory for Young Rye Wheeler

On a miserable wet morning, Rye Wheeler William Murtagh was the outright winner of the Hastings Hill Climb which took place this morning Sunday 16 October 2016.

Continue reading Rye Wheeler William wins Hastings Hill Climb

Man from Winchelsea is Sought by Police

Wanted on Recall to Prison – Jailed for Murder in 1980

Police in Sussex are seeking Stephen David Lund, 62, also known as Peter James Lund, who is wanted on recall to prison after his licence for release was revoked.

He was jailed for life at Teeside Crown Court in October 1980 after being found guilty of murder. Continue reading Man from Winchelsea is Sought by Police

Pilgrims Hospices News & Events November 2016

News

Exciting Pyjama Walk News

The ever-popular Ashford Pyjama Walk for Pilgrims Hospices raised over £46,000 this year.

Victoria Lawrence, Community Fundraising Manager for Pilgrims Hospice, Ashford said: “I’m delighted and thrilled to share the news with our community supporters, the total of over £46,000 is amazing. More than £31,000 of this total was raised through participant sponsorship which really goes to show how everyone’s contributions, no matter how big or small, all add up to make a difference for our patients and their families.” Continue reading Pilgrims Hospices News & Events November 2016

All for One and None for All

They are Not Happy in the Villages

It seems that there is a large stirring of discontent in the hills and valleys around Sellindge and other villages near Hythe.

Hythe MP, Damian Collins, is coming under heavy criticism from many of his erstwhile supporters because he is apparently backing the building of a Lorry Park for over 3,000 Heavy Goods Vehicles and the construction of 12,000 houses on local green fields.

Many residents are so angry about his non interest in their protest movement, that has already conducted two massive marches to draw attention to their grievances, they have now turned on him with a direct plea for voters to remember his actions and vote him out the next time he stands for election.

The following has appeared in the latest Sellindge & District Residents Association Newsletter. Continue reading All for One and None for All

VTTA 15 Mile Sunday 9 October

Pictures from the Event

Gordon Davis of the Thornton Road Club competed in the event in memory of his son Andrew who had competed in 2001 but sadly died in 2002.

Gordon, who is almost eighty, has been racing in time trials since 1954. He is pictured below, rounding the Brenzett roundabout with four miles to go.

Continue reading VTTA 15 Mile Sunday 9 October

Clown on the Run

Man chased by man dressed as a clown

Sussex Police are warning residents and visitors to be aware of a new trend involving individuals dressed as clowns.

This is of American origin but has been swept here via social media. Reports from all over the UK are coming in of this ‘clown prank’ that has serious implications for children and those of a nervous disposition. It could also have serious consequences for any clown that is caught. Continue reading Clown on the Run