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Brighton Fisherman's Society c.1999

Anne Fortis

Brighton Fisherman's Society c.1999

By Anne Fortis

I first came to Brighton in 1987 when I was 14 years old. I didn't return for years, but then came back in 1999 taking many photos with every visit.

This photo shows the Brighton Fisherman's Society Established in 1813, which is located under the Arches along the sea front. I took this photo because I thought there were some interesting curves and shadows in the picture. I like the way the boats have unique names and the way the nets are left for the next day's fishing.

I now live in Sussex Square, Kemptown which I love. I find Brighton a bit eccentric, and a bit 'anything goes', but you can be who you want.

Contributed to site during a workshop 11th November 2002

This page was added on 22/03/2006.

Comments:

I would be interested to know if anybody out there has any information on the Brighton Fisherman's Society as many of my relations were fishermen and fisherwomen in Brighton at that time.Please contact me at ericpentecost@blueyonder.co.uk

By eric pentecost (17/05/2007)

I have three names in my family history connected to the fishing trade in Brighton, ranging from about 1871 to 1956: Richard Jeffery, fisherman, William Cobby, fish hawker and Thomas Goble, born 1884 (ossie), fisherman with the Skylark. If anyone has any info on my folks, l would love to hear from them.

By Sheila Jones (16/08/2007)

My grandfather was a Licenced Waterman and a Fisherman at Brighton. His name was Francis Bonnot and he lived in nearby Artillery Street for many years. He was born in 1909 and probably walked with a limp. He passed away in 1959. He may have also done some kind of coastguarding duty around Brighton during the second world war. His father, Francois Bonnot, possibly French, may have also been connected to Brighton fishing. I have visited the Fishing Museum and spoken to a local historian but have not got any further - would love to hear from anyone who has any ideas, thanks!

By Sarah Green (22/09/2007)

My nans side of the family "Thwaites" were Brighton fishermen. The Skylark was one of the boats they used. They went to Dunkirk to rescue soldiers during the 2nd World War.

By Jo Wilson (30/09/2007)

My grandfather, Edward Thomas Collins, was a nephew of Capt. Fred Collins who owned the Skylark(s). My great grandmother's brother, Thomas Harman, was a member of the Skylark's crew. I would love to hear from anyone who has information on the Collins and Harman families amongst whom were several fishermen.

By Joan Booysen, Cape Town RSA (06/10/2007)

My Grandad was also a member of the Skylark Crew and did the Dunkirk run. His name was Thomas Goble born 1884 in Brighton. If anybody has any info on this, I would love to hear from you. Also any info on Richard Jeffery,also a Fisherman and the name Harman.

By Sheila Jones (09/12/2007)

My Father's family originated in Brighton and I understand were fishermen - the family name is PIERCE. I recognise the name of Artillery Street shown above. There are an awful lot of George Pierces in the family tree. I think my Grandfather moved to London when his parents separated. His Father did remain in Brighton. Any help on my Brighton relatives would be very much appreciated.

By Sue Goodwright (nee PIERCE) (25/02/2008)

Hi This is Eric Pentecost again, please note that I have now moved to Cornwall and my new Email address is eric@ericpentecost.co.uk and am still interested in the Pentecost Fishermen/women.

By Eric Pentecost (09/03/2008)

My great great grandmother was Sarah Shrivell, a fisherwomen. I am interested in any photographs of these ladies at work or anybody who feels they have any connection to the lady born 1822.

By Alan Fry (10/09/2008)