Lancing Village Memories

Preserving the heritage of Lancing, one memory at a time. This site serves as a community archive, featuring first-hand accounts from former and current neighbours. Whether you remember the village as it was fifty years ago or are discovering its roots for the first time, explore our collection of personal stories that capture the unique spirit of North and South Lancing. Share Your History The heart of this blog is your voice. If you have a story, a specific memory, or any vintage photographs

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Gary Gardner

Keith Lenham

Mike Reynolds

Bill Lindfield

Malcolm G Hill

Marion Dolemore-Bushby

Jenny Shackley

Colin Harrison

Jo Christmas

George Forrest

Graham Franklin

Barry Ruffell

Dorothy Yates

David Nicholls

Maureen Clarke

Roy Prior

Mrs Vera Bartram

Derek Gorham

Rosemary Langrish (Oakley)

Sue Sutherland

Jan(et) Baker-Freeman

Jan Barwick

Marg Moloney

Alan John Marshall

Brenda Grover

Adrian [Grover]

Brenda Redford

Karen Foster

Paul Kidger

Paul Bridle

Paul Kelly

Marjorie Lisher

Valerie Brown

Joan Hamilton

Diane Sisman

John Drewett

Paul Kidger

Geof Walden

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  • Part 1: Lancing Carriage Works Firemen: Mapping the Memories of the Carriage Works
    The Industrial Heart of Lancing: Mapping the Memories of the Carriage Works The Lancing Carriage Works was more than just a factory; it was ...
  • Part 9: From the 'Running Man' to the 'Rocket Dance'
     In Part 1b , we looked at the heavy industrial heart of the Lancing Carriage Works through the Philip Fry Collection , documenting the high...
  • Part 5: The Lancing Squad – Precision on the Front Line
      Special Acknowledgement:  Once again we are greatly indebted to  John Maple  for his kindness in sharing these rare images from his family...

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Thanks to everyone who has contributed, I am always very pleased to receive a new story. Thanks also to all the visitors who have read any of the stories. While reading please be sure to click on the comments links beneath the stories. Read more by clicking the 'older posts' link at the bottom right of the page. Contact me ray.hamblett@gmail.com

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