Bayham Abbey

I wanted to visit Bayham Abbey because I had come across the Abbey when I was making Green Lewisham. The original Abbey was founded in Brockley, in Lewisham, and then moved down to... READ MORE

Bodiam Castle

We were heading back to London after a few very enjoyable days in Rye, but on the way stopped to see Bodiam Castle, and Bayham Old Abbey. They are both fascinating and it... READ MORE

Rye Harbour

We drove out or Rye, along the River Rother, and down to Rye Harbour, only about two miles outside Rye. When we left there was a seagull on the car, and yet another... READ MORE

Mary’s Lane, Cratfield

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One of the roads leading to Cratfield is called ‘Mary’s Lane’ – but who was Mary, and when was the lane named? Is it named for St Mary’s Church in Cratfield?

Early Spring in London – Daffodils, Kerria, Euphorbia

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I can hear Mr Bradshaw tutting – where is the description of King’s Cross? The Fleet River, Coldbath Prison? But the flowers were so beautiful! Yellow is the colour I most associate with early Spring.  

Grand Plant Sale, Cratfield

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GRAND PLANT SALE on Saturday 17 May, 10am to 12 noon Whitehouse Farm, Cratfield Perennials, Bedding, Herbs, Vegetables Morning coffee and cake Further information from Ann Scoones (01379 586 238) or Judith Mobbs (01986 798 340) In aid of St … Continued

St Mary’s Church, Cratfield – the Woodwose

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The Woodwose above the West Door of the Church. The Wild Man, or Wildman of the Woods, or Woodwose (the oldest form of the term) is a figure over the West Door of the Church in Cratfield. He has a … Continued