Publications
The Vallances of Brighton and Hove, by Judy Middleton, published 1983 (published by the author)
The Vallances of Brighton and Hove, by Judy Middleton, published December 1984 in Sussex Genealogist and Family Historian (vol. 6 no. 3, article, pp.98-103) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [MP 6277] & The Keep [LIB/501192] & CD SXGS from S.F.H.G.
The Vallances of Brighton and Hove - Part 2, by Judy Middleton, published March 1985 in Sussex Genealogist and Family Historian (vol. 6 no. 4, article, pp.141-147) accessible at: W.S.R.O. [MP 6277] & The Keep [LIB/501192] & CD SXGS from S.F.H.G.
Yesterday in Brighton and Hove, by Judy Middleton, published 31 October 2010 (96 pp., Stroud: Amberley Publishing, ISBN-10: 1445600765 & ISBN-13: 9781445600765) accessible at: East Sussex Libraries
Abstract:This book delves into some unusual aspects of Brighton's history that are not readily found elsewhere. There is the fascinating story of the Metropole Hotel from its construction to its role in the Second World War. It covers the origin of the Veteran Car Run, Alfred Vanderbilt's magnificent horses and coaches, the Gaiety Girls plus the recollections of people who worked there. Then there are the lifeboats once to be found on Brighton beach in Victorian times with tales of ships in distress in terrible conditions and the men who manned the lifeboats including the famous Captain Collins. Genealogy is popular today and here you will find the saga of the Vallance family, a name still remembered in the city. The Vallances produced doctors, soldiers, an inventor and were landowners and shipowners too. They ran a notable brewery in West Street and owned many pubs. But they were benevolent employers presenting the inn keepers and beer sellers with a turkey at Christmas while every employee enjoyed free beef and beer.
Review by Margaret Pearce in Sussex Family Historian vol. 20 no. 1, March 2012:This book is part of Amberley Publishing's Memories series and delves into some unusual aspects of Brighton's history that are not readily found elsewhere. There are three main chapters.
The first is the fascinating story of the Metropole Hotel from its opening in 1890, costing £57,000 to build, to its role in the Second World War. This chapter includes stories and anecdotes from staff that were employed there, eminent visitors who stayed there, and the cars and carriages which, from 1896 when the emancipation of the motor car took place, carried its passengers to the Metropole. The annual veteran car rally that takes place on the first Sunday in November celebrates this event.
The chapter on Lifeboats and Shipwrecks in Victorian times is illustrated with photographs of boats together with detailed descriptions of the various lifeboats and tales of ships in distress in terrible conditions and the men who manned the lifeboats, including the famous Captain Collins.
For family historians you will find the saga of the ValLance family, a name still remembered in the city. Readers will discover a wealth of history and detail on the Sussex Vallances from 1699 to 1970.
The first is the fascinating story of the Metropole Hotel from its opening in 1890, costing £57,000 to build, to its role in the Second World War. This chapter includes stories and anecdotes from staff that were employed there, eminent visitors who stayed there, and the cars and carriages which, from 1896 when the emancipation of the motor car took place, carried its passengers to the Metropole. The annual veteran car rally that takes place on the first Sunday in November celebrates this event.
The chapter on Lifeboats and Shipwrecks in Victorian times is illustrated with photographs of boats together with detailed descriptions of the various lifeboats and tales of ships in distress in terrible conditions and the men who manned the lifeboats, including the famous Captain Collins.
For family historians you will find the saga of the ValLance family, a name still remembered in the city. Readers will discover a wealth of history and detail on the Sussex Vallances from 1699 to 1970.