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The Glee Singers in Westfield
My dad was one of the Carey brothers in Westfield and I’ve been told that they were known as The Glee Singers. Does anybody know anything about them? It would have been in the early 1900s I think. My uncle Percy died in 1958 and in his obit it mentions that he was one of … read more
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Padghams
Hi I am looking for anything to do with the family Padghams. I am back as far as William Padgham born circa 1648 in Westfield. I would be interested in hearing from anyone who can help take me further back or could find out some dates for me. Terri … read more
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Resident 1900-14
My Grandmother, Sarah Jane Johnson, with her children Beatrice Johnson and Wilfrid Johnson lived in Westfield in the early 1900’s, coming to Canada in 1914. I believe she worked for a Mr. Craig as a housekeeper. Any information would be greatly appreciated. … read more
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Ancestor Offen / Offin
Good day, I am trying to find more information about my ancestors: Edward Offen b.1788 Westfield m. 11/12/1811 to Harriet Pankhurst. Edward’s mother was Sarah Offin b.1770 in Westfield. His father is unknown and Edward also keeps his mother’s surname (so a small family scandal there!) Her father was Henry Offin b. 1735 Westfield. And … read more
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Transportation after Sheep Stealing in Westfield
William Gain born about 1816 in Ore Sussex was sentenced to 10 years transportation at Lewes Assizes in Oct 1843. William had married Caroline Marchant in 1837 and they had 2 children: Henry and Harriett. William was on board “The Equestrian” which set sail for Van Diemen’s Land (now Tasmania) in Jan 1844. He died … read more
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Pictures of Westfield
Just to clarify the two pictures that have been put up under the village of Westfield, the main picture was taken in 2007, the alternative picture was taken in 1965, showing a Denhams bus at the bus stop opposite what used to be Henson’s Stores. I lived in Westfield from 1953 to 1968. Gordon Ferguson … read more
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Local History
Can you put me on to someone who knows the backgound in the 1920s to Westfield Place – I was born there in 1927 when my father was groom to the then residents. Who were his employers in the 1920s?and what was their background, please? I will be grateful for any info. Regards Peter Buller … read more
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Westfield Playgroup
Did anyone go to westfield playgroup in the parish hall. The playgroup are celebrating their 40th anniversary in May and would love to hear from anyone who attended or helped. We are also looking for photographs from the different years. Look forward to hearing from you soon. Min … read more
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Ancestors
Grandfather Horace Baker left Westfield to immigrate to Vancouver, Canada 100 years ago. Father Herbert Baker visited in 1958. Brother Kenneth and I would like to visit relatives in 2008. Contact Douglas Baker,e-mail: [reveal email] … read more
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Whist Drives
Hi, I’m trying to find out if the Whist Drives, which used to take place in the Church Hall on Friday nights, still take place. My dad used to be a regular before moving to France, is visiting the area in January and wondered if it still took place. If anyone has any information I … read more
What’s on?
Westfield Horticultural Society – Annual General Meeting
All members and non-members are invited to the Westfield Horticultural Society’s Annual General Meeting. To be held in the Church … more
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Metal Detecting
Hi I am looking for any land owner/occupier around the Westfield area for permission to detect on their land. I … more
Ferret found
A young, golden coloured ferret found on Thursday on Stonestile Lane. Please call Paula on [reveal tel]