lawrenceHHH Posted December 15, 2012 Share Posted December 15, 2012 Hello Derek Clayton & Sierraman, I was born at 6 Church Street in Eckington in 1941, and spent a lot of time wandering down Pipworth Lane and "the fields" around the Rother. I dont recall having much to do with anyone down Pipworth lane as I used to spend my time in that little enclave by the parish church. We then moved up to 21 Ducksett Lane and I enjoyed a "real" bath for the first time instead of the tin one by the fire. Two houses up at Nr 25 lived the Moyles. William was my pal and Josie was his sister. I am not sure, but the name Mary Moyle rings a bell too. Mrs Moyle was a kindly woman and would call out W-i-l-l-i-a-m at the top of her voice when she wanted him to go in! The old buildings down on Mill Lane, I used to rent (indirectly) from Jim Buckley at the Church farm. It was my secret little hideaway for over 40 years and I used to keep many things there. They were originally pig sheds run by another man. Two years ago scrap metal thieves broke in and stole virtually everything I had, wrecking the place to get in. Since then Jim Buckley said he was closing the place and going flatten it. That is why it looks so dreadful at the moment. I was very sad to lose this delightful, secluded property. The old stone building still standing was the stables and is all that remains of the former mill on the river bridge. I now live in Hamburg, but go home regularly to visit my mum. The reason I came coincidentally onto this forum is that I was looking for some old photos for a poem I have written about picnicking at the Ford, hopefully to be published in the Eckington Reminiscence group's magazine! atb, Lawrence Harris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Clayton Posted December 17, 2012 Author Share Posted December 17, 2012 Hi Lawrence, you mention Jim Buckley in your message, he was a a childhood friend of mine, he lived in the row of houses at the top of Pipworth Lane. We used to spend a lot of time together as kids, also his older sister used to tag along with us also, I think her name was Margaret. If you see him, mention my name to him, I,m sure he will remember the good times down Pipworth, playing near the river Moss / Rother and the train lines across the fields. We once found some old ammunition in the old Coach & Horses buildings when they were derelict, we lit a fire and started to throw the ammo in the fire. Fortunately for us they didn't explode, we were just young kids and didn't know any better. When we told our parents later on they went berserk as you can imagine. We had some great times that I will never forget, wonderful memories of Pipworth Lane & Eckington. Cheers Derek Clayton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawrenceHHH Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 Hello Derek, I have passed your forum message on to Jim via his email and also the thread link address so I am sure you'll be hearing from him soon! I also expect to be popping in to see Jim and his family at Christmas as they are saving some things for me. It is a great thread you started Derek, brought back lots of memories for me too! Best regards Lawrence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mature5011 Posted December 17, 2012 Share Posted December 17, 2012 Hello Derek Clayton & Sierraman, I was born at 6 Church Street in Eckington in 1941, and spent a lot of time wandering down Pipworth Lane and "the fields" around the Rother. I dont recall having much to do with anyone down Pipworth lane as I used to spend my time in that little enclave by the parish church. We then moved up to 21 Ducksett Lane and I enjoyed a "real" bath for the first time instead of the tin one by the fire. Two houses up at Nr 25 lived the Moyles. William was my pal and Josie was his sister. I am not sure, but the name Mary Moyle rings a bell too. Mrs Moyle was a kindly woman and would call out W-i-l-l-i-a-m at the top of her voice when she wanted him to go in! The old buildings down on Mill Lane, I used to rent (indirectly) from Jim Buckley at the Church farm. It was my secret little hideaway for over 40 years and I used to keep many things there. They were originally pig sheds run by another man. Two years ago scrap metal thieves broke in and stole virtually everything I had, wrecking the place to get in. Since then Jim Buckley said he was closing the place and going flatten it. That is why it looks so dreadful at the moment. I was very sad to lose this delightful, secluded property. The old stone building still standing was the stables and is all that remains of the former mill on the river bridge. I now live in Hamburg, but go home regularly to visit my mum. The reason I came coincidentally onto this forum is that I was looking for some old photos for a poem I have written about picnicking at the Ford, hopefully to be published in the Eckington Reminiscence group's magazine! atb, Lawrence Harris Yes lawrence my mother in law was a lovely lady, Mary was Josie's younger sister Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawrenceHHH Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 I think you are two ladies, so I would like to ask you if you remember any of the chants you girls used to sing while you were skipping. I can only remember "a good skip, a what you like, a dolly or a pepper", but I know there were many more, and with two ropes too. I want to teach the songs to some little German kids of my friends here in Hamburg. I don't think they have even seen a skipping rope. Looking forward to a reply Lawrence ---------- Post added 18-12-2012 at 13:01 ---------- Sorry, my post should begin: Hello Tuppie and Annina! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeG Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 One of my classmates at Lydgate Lane School, Crosspool, 1952-4 was Roger Kenyon who, I believe, lived in Eckington. If I'm right, someone may remember him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawrenceHHH Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 MikeG Sorry Mike, but his name does not ring a bell with me. regards Lawrence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Yes lawrence my mother in law was a lovely lady, Mary was Josie's younger sister Josie passed away a few years, Mrs Moyles was Winifred Mary nee Levick, another relative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawrenceHHH Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 That is one of the sadnesses I find being so far away. Each time I return home to Eckington now I discover that those I once knew so well are no longer there. My belated condolences Legin for Josie. I used to pal around with a Gordon Levick who lived in that old tudor building next to the Natwest bank on Church Street/Market Street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 That is one of the sadnesses I find being so far away. Each time I return home to Eckington now I discover that those I once knew so well are no longer there. My belated condolences Legin for Josie. I used to pal around with a Gordon Levick who lived in that old tudor building next to the Natwest bank on Church Street/Market Street. Gordon Levick is another relative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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