Kevin has researched his unique family archive inherited from his Eastbourne forebears; this includes photos , postcards, poetry and diaries. Most notably among the collection is his grandmother Bessie’s diary. The diary was first posted daily on Facebook but is now available as a book published by the Local History Society. Kevin will tell us all about his inheritance, his research and what he has discovered about his Eastbourne family of yesteryear.
The meeting is at Ocklynge School, Victoria Drive, Eastbourne BN20 8XN, entrance in Farlaine Rd. (Walk past the main reception to a door at the side of the school.) Doors open at 7pm with the meeting starting at 7.30pm. All welcome admission: members £1, visitors £2.50.
Eastbourne Family Roots is open to all who want to trace their family tree, Sussex family connections are not necessary! The Society is very active, with monthly talks, a summer outside meeting, a members’ magazine plus CDs available to purchase on local records e.g. church and cemetery MIs. There is help available and a friendly welcome to members and visitors at our monthly meetings.
For more details about the group and how to join see: wwweastbournefhs.org.uk