Thanks for responding. I have nothing from Hastings itself,but my Sarah from Eastbourne is b 1795, daughter of James and Elizabeth Marchant (nee Relfe )married Ripe 1792. Will try and send you some info to your email. Pls confirm receipt. Best wishes. Marcus Marchant.

This is a long shot, has anyone come across a John Charles Marchant also known as Joe Marchant also known as John Charles Denley. He was 41 years of age in 1939 and in South Africa. He was supposedly in the Merchant Navy UK and came from Bath. I have been searching for years, and have found nothing. Any help or advice will be greatly appreciated.
Lesley

Hi.
I also have Marchant's in my family my gggrandmother was Fanny Marchant B1840 from Friston she married Jonas Corner in 1857 she was widdowed in 1879 and remarried in 1882 to Eligar Gausden I do not know if we are in the same tree.
Roy Corner

It is more than likely. My Marchants are Alfriston and Eastbourne Tallow Chandlers for definite and Friston is pretty much in the middle. Any idea what the family trade was ? Regards. Marcus.

Hi.
As far as I can find out my gg-gandmother was listed in the cencus as a laundress her husband was a groom any help I can be contacted direct atcornerroy@yahoo.co.uk
Roy Corner

Dear Hazel,
If you pick this up, pls get in touch about how you got from Alfriston to Brighton. I have been making some progress around East Hoathly but would like to check a few things with you. Your email seems to have changed.
Best Wishes,
Marcus