Florence Woods, known as Mabel, was 100 years old in December 2024. This is how she was remembered in our villages.
Mabel Woods (1924 – 2025)
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Jane Evans
2022 Platinum Jubilee
The Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II was an international celebration but how was it celebrated in our villages?
Ted Ayden evening – review
A short review of the Ted Ayden evening 2026 with a huge ‘Thank You’ to Ted Ayden’s family.
Ancient Oak Tree
Ancient Oak Tree in Benhall known as Mother Bruin which has a legend of a duel being fought beneath it in 1700s.
Frank Barnes (1881-1922)
Frank Barnes died after the WWI Memorial in Benhall had been finished but is on the Suffolk Roll of Honour.
William C.R. Berry (1893-1916)
William Charles Russell Berry was born in Snape Watering, Sternfield and enlisted at a recruiting drive in 1914.
John F.B. Delap (1897-1916)
John Follansbee Bredin Delap was the son of Rev. Louis Delap, Benhall Vicarage & killed in action on 18th October 1916.
Mary Edmunds (1921-2013)
Mary was born at Bigsby’s Corner, Benhall and was one of twins. She was also known as Mary Watson-Bell.
Nellie May Friend (1921-2019)
Nellie was born at Mollett’s Farm, Benhall. She married Jesse Friend and they lived in Manor Farm & down School Lane.
2025 project – Sternfield Charity
Our ongoing project 2025-2026.
Researching and scanning original documents dating from 1707.