This photograph was sent in by Jon Ashdown of New Romney. He told us that the Late Frank (Pickles) Igglesden had given it to him on one of his (Frank’s) cycle rides to New Romney, a trip he made most weeks.
Tag: Rye United
Rye United provides the setting for this group of Rye’s Own articles, where buildings, people and events meet in the magazine’s record of the district. Stories such as “A Rye Childhood”, “Letters March 2008”, “Len Smeed Retires”, “Soccer Chat – June 1973”, and “Forty Years Since The First “Rye’s Own” give the collection its range and its distinctly local texture. The archive leaves room for eyewitness detail, strong opinions and the affectionate hindsight that gives Rye’s Own its particular flavour.
Rye Old Boys F.C. 1936
RYE OLD BOYS F.C. 1936 This photograph was sent in by John Ashdown of New Romney. He told us that the Late Frank (Pickles) Igglesden had given it to him on one of his (Frank’s) cycle ride to New Romney, a trip he made most weeks.
Town Crier July 2006
Rye Town Council Did Their Best There has been criticism of Rye Town Council over the recent chaos caused by the resurfacing work at South Undercliff. I must spring to the defence of the council and lay the blame where it belongs, on the doorstep of East Sussex County Council and the Highway Agency. The … Continue reading Town Crier July 2006
A Rye Childhood
by Noel C. A. Care When Rye Were Playing At Home Alongside the river side path were the fishermen’s, huts against which we used to shelter from the very, east wind, whilst watching the football. This was a Saturday afternoon treat with my father when Rye were playing at home.
Forty Years Since The First “Rye’s Own
Back in 1965, as Bonfire Night approached, a new magazine appeared in the newsagents of the town. “Rye’s Own” was born. Volume 1, Number 1 it read on the cover, the price was two shillings (10p). Rodney Booth, now manager at Skinner’s Motors, was among the Bonfire Boys featured on the cover at their secret … Continue reading Forty Years Since The First “Rye’s Own
Are You in the Picture?
50 Years Ago This amazing picture represents a generation of Rye history. The photograph was taken in the Drill Hall for what was almost certainly a Dance put on by 2274 Squadron (Rye) Air Training Corps. Percy Mitchell, the Rye ATC Commanding Officer is seen seated with two Air Force Officers, probably from R.A.F. Rye, … Continue reading Are You in the Picture?
Rye Secondary School Team 1935
Won Every Competition This photograph, sent to “Rye’s Own” by Iris Giles shows an amazing group of lads who were the Rye Secondary Modern
Town Crier
Versatile Talent I knew about the painting skills of Louis Turpin, indeed I have even sold his work under the hammer, but before the end of last month I had never heard him sing. What a talent, his power of delivery, great voice and musical ability puts many full time performers in the shade. I … Continue reading Town Crier
Rye Boys and Old Boys Soccer
Rye Boys School Soccer Team 1931 This photograph of the Rye Boys School (Mermaid Street) soccer team of 1931 was kindly loaned by Frank Igglesden.
From Rye to Oregon
By Sylvia Hewitt (Nee’ Sperring) First let me tell you how writing this article came about. Veronica Wall (nee Vincent) sent a copy of “Rye’s Own” to Jo, her sister in California. Jo’ who I went to school with and has been a constant friend from those days and throughout our time in America, who … Continue reading From Rye to Oregon