A 1914 photo captures troops from the 4th Battalion Royal Sussex Regiment marching in Horsham, shortly after the war declaration, amidst a large crowd.
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On this day – famous aviator’s emergency landing in Horsham 1911
In August 1911, pilot James Valentine landed in Warnham during a flight contest. Later serving with distinction in WWI, he died from injuries in 1917 at age 29.
Bumper crowds enjoy surprise visit by plane in 1911 Horsham
On August 1, 1911, Mr. Barber’s aircraft landed at Horsham Golf Club, attracting a crowd of 3,000. The event raised funds for Horsham Cottage Hospital amidst unique circumstances.
On this day – car crash 1900s style
On this day (July 25) in 1906 two cars collided near Horsham and although a great deal of damage was done, thankfully there were no casualties. Looking back from the 21st Century, it’s interesting to see how the increase in car ownership caused a headache for local councils as the growing ownership of motor vehiclesContinueContinue reading “On this day – car crash 1900s style”
Horsham’s link to serial killer
Museum Curator Nikki Caxton is featured in a BBC Secret Sussex episode talking about a famous serial killer
Friends of Horsham Museum & Art Gallery 