Tag: Ancient Town

Step into the Rye’s Own archive for stories connected with Ancient Town, a place viewed through local news, memory, change and the experiences of those who knew it. Stories such as “Rye’s Own 50 in October”, “Council Says Yes To Marina Plan”, “Use that Camera”, and “Rye Fawkes Night” give the collection its range and its distinctly local texture. It is a collection to browse for both the main story and the small, telling details that a local magazine notices.

Soldiers of Rye by Chris Viner

Twenty-five years ago a young couple decided to move from the outskirts of London and start a business in Rye. With two small boys to care for the decision was not taken lightly, for it involved leaving, after nineteen years, a steady job and moving away from friends, family and the comfort zone of ‘what … Continue reading Soldiers of Rye by Chris Viner

Saturday 6 April 1907

Easter Holidays – A Festival of Sunshine – Many Visitors Beautiful sunshine and serene atmosphere favoured the holidays throughout. Commencing with Good Friday, the sun soon manifested its genial effects, and from early morn until the fall of the shades of evening visitors from neighbouring towns and residents were enjoying the picturesque sunlit walks in the immediate … Continue reading Saturday 6 April 1907

Use that Camera

Use That Camera Photography, along with angling, is rated as one of the two most popular hobbies in the world. With this in mind, Rye’s Own presents this article on the popular pastime. Easter is a good time to start recording the events of the year, although a real enthusiast may use his camera all the … Continue reading Use that Camera