Hastings Forum

I am researching the family history of my Grandfather Charles William PALMER who was born in St Leonard's-on-Sea, Hastings in 1877. He went on to the Boer war in South Africa then migrated across to West Australia in 1906. His parents were Job and Clara PALMER (Clara's maiden name is registered as P...

I am researching the family history of my Grandfather Charles William PALMER who was born in St Leonard's-on-Sea, Hastings in 1877. He went on to the Boer war in South Africa then migrated across to West Australia in 1906. His parents were Job and Clara PALMER (Clara's maiden name is registered as P...

I am seeking information on the Grand Hotel and the Royal Victoria Hotel in Hastings. My Grandfather Charles William PALMER was employed at the Grand Hotel, St Leonard's-on-Sea, Hastings from 1894 -1897 as a stoker. The reference letter he received depicts a picture of the facade of the hotel. My qu...