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Just a reminder to all our Wye Artists, Writers and Photographers (and we have quite a few) that Wyeweb has a section for your work so that you can share it with those who follow Wyeweb. Don’t be shy, do send contributions  into us together with any pictures you have. We have received some really good contributions from people for our ‘About Wye’ section. The living memories of life and times in our village are growing.

The painting above shows the field between Occupation Road and Wibberley Way Woods. Last year it was a sea of bright blue Chicory flowers and the year before it was a blaze of Poppies. All courtesy of Ripple Farm Organics.

Recently walkers will have noticed that this field is being ploughed. This is in readiness for organic vegetables!

 After the long cold winter we have a lot to look forward to. There is plenty to inspire our creative folk in Wye and it’s surroundings, time to get busy!

Hi!  I’m trying to find out some more information about Spiders Castle in Naccolt and after reading your recollections on this website wondered if you could help me.

My Dad, Reginald James Francis Hayward, lived at Spiders Castle as a child. He had a twin sister called Hermione and brothers Keith and Rodney. My Dad’s parents were Reginald James (otherwise known as Jim) and Irene Hayward.

I read on your website that someone remembers playing with Jack Hayward at Spiders Castle. Jack was my Grandad’s brother and they were born and brought up on a farm in Brook.

I’m not sure who Mary and William Hayward are and wonder whether they are any relation?

I believe my Dad and his family came to live at Spiders Castle during the war after moving there from Worthing where he was born. The family then moved to another house in Wye nearer the College as my Granddad was employed at the College to look after the chickens.

Sadly, my Dad died suddenly a few years ago and I would love it if anyone has any memories of him or the family that they could share with me. I have seen what’s left of Spiders Castle, which sadly isn’t much.

I think I have got what little I know right but I think I will need to speak to my Aunty in the meantime to fill in some of the gaps.

Thanks, Sally

Editor: If anyone can add to Sally’s recollections she and we would be pleased since our community is made from individuals each with their own contribution to our lives in common.

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