This photograph was taken in 1878 showing the railway pier being built near the Esplanade Station.
During March and April, our busy research team added 42 biographical records to names on the website, including that of Mrs Patty Walford who was the sister of Rear Admiral Sir Edward Berry, 1st Baronet.
Looking for a job as a butler or need to hire a language tutor? The Isle of Wight Press in the 1860s were there to help.
Built in 1838 by builder James Langdon on a plot of land leased to him in that year.
Opening of the Temporary Iron Church on the morning of Wednesday 17th, 1869 (St. Matthias’ Day).
In March, our busy research team added 55 biographical records to names on the website, including that of Robert William Esdaile Richardson, a well-known watercolour artist.
The Windmill near Westmont was built 1809-10 and taken down 1838, and said to have been rebuilt at Upton.
Photographs taken January 1881 show the vessels alongside the damaged railway pier.
Brandenburg Villa - Built in 1853 by James Langdon on a plot of land leased to him in 1851.
