Hastings Histories
You've probably heard of Hastings already - apparently something happened there in 1066...? Hastings is a unique seaside town full of quirks, characters and amazing histories. Every episode in this new podcast will tell a different tale from Hastings' past, featuring the voices of those that live in the town. There's so much more to us than just 1066....
Hastings Histories
The History of Hastings Fishing Part 1 - Beyond Living Memory
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James Ellis
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Episode 3
In this episode we’ll be exploring the history of the Hastings fishing community from the Doomsday Book until WW2. We’ll look at the work of the fishermen, the community in the which they lived and the challenges they faced.
How has fishing changed in Hastings over the years? What was it like in the 19th century old town? Why has the Hastings fleet survived all these years when so many have disappeared?
This episode is created in partnership with the Hastings Fisherman's Museum.