One newspaper said he was ‘No Ordinary Man’ and that this should be pre-fixed by Extra! Read on to find out why.
Ted Ayden (1897 – 1971)
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People and Families
Manette’s 104th birthday
Can you believe it? On 21st August Manette Baillie, Benhall resident since 1961, will be 104 years old.
People of Benhall & Sternfield
Browse our on-line book giving voice to past & present residents. Contact us if you would prefer to borrow a copy.
Pal, the performing dog
Pal, Ted Ayden’s rescue dog with a black patch over one eye, was one of the best known figures in the Benhall area.
Mabel Woods (1924 – 2025)
Florence Woods, known as Mabel, was 100 years old in December 2024. This is how she was remembered in our villages.
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.