UK Census 1921, Preston Manor
The release to the public of the 1921 census on 6 January 2022 has opened the door to a day in the life of Preston Manor when it was a private house. The Manor would not become a museum until 1933. … Continued
The History of Brighton Museum and Library
Although the history of the Royal Pavilion has been thoroughly researched by several writers, the history of Brighton’s unique Museum and Library has rarely been explored in detail. On 15 August 1872, the Brighton Gazette devoted its most lyrical sentiments to … Continued
Brighton News Story — 19 May, 1806: Quaker burial site found at Church Street
On digging the foundations of the Prince’s riding-house, near to his Royal Highness’s Stables in Church Street, last week, a number of human bones, lying in a horizontal direction were found, and one undecayed, wood coffin. The ground had been … Continued
Brighton News Story — 14 April, 1806: Stables for Mrs Fitzherbert
A range of stables for the exclusive use of Mrs Fitzherbert’s stud has been added to the West Wing of the Royal Muse, adjoining the new road. From The Sussex Weekly Advertiser, 14 April, 1806
Brighton News Story — 1 April 1805: The superb stables
The superb stables erecting at Brighton for the Prince of Wales, are forwarding with great activity; but we understand they cannot be finished during the ensuring season, although a part of his Royal Highness’s stud will be stabled there. The … Continued
