Ditchling History Project
Upcoming talk: Sheepbells to Spitfires, Friday 13 November, 2.00 pm, Westmeston Parish Hall
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Upcoming talk: Sheepbells to Spitfires
Friday 13 November, 2.00 pm, Westmeston Parish Hall, BN6 8RL
£8 cash on the door, including tea and cake. Places are limited: it is essential to reserve in advance.
At the time of the First World War sheep bells were a common sound on the Downs but just twenty years after that war ended there came the roar of the Spitfire. In both the First and Second World Wars, young men employed on local farms, village shops and the potteries on the Common left their homes to go to war; sons of wealthier families became serving officers soon after leaving school.
On the home front, local communities set up Red Cross hospitals and Civil Defence Units, land girls and prisoners-of-war helped out on the farms. Personal recollections and diaries, newspaper accounts and official records show the sacrifice and contribution made by our downland communities with stories of individual courage, family sadness and collective endeavour.
Proceeds will be shared between the Parish Hall and DHP. Please car share wherever possible, as parking will be limited. For any queries, please contact Rod Pryde: [email protected] or 07771 715048
Coming up
Drop-in sessions
The second Wednesday of each month, 2.00 to 5.00 pm
The White Horse, 16 West Street, Ditchling, BN6 8TS
No need to book, but it’s helpful if you let us know you’re coming
Come and talk to one of our team. Bring us your questions, puzzles and curiosities. We can help you read old house deeds and find out about your home, your family or a moment in Ditchling’s past.
Got old photographs or documents tucked away at home? Bring them along. Grab a drink at the bar and stay for five minutes or the whole afternoon.
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