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The changing face of Military Road

Old photos show the difference between then and now

The changing face of Military Road
Military Road junction taken early in the twentieth century

Now you see it, now you don't

A resident of Rye, who lives quite deep into the town, sought and gained permission to build a garage below and studio above next to the Globe.

Military Road 2024

Personally, I think it looks good and tidies up that area nicely.

Military Road as seen early in twentieth century

Just out of interest I am including old photographs of what was on that site at the beginning of the last century. An enormous building which one can hardly believe would fit on the site, which is now pretty much trees and scrub.

The corner of Military Road in 2024
Military Road from a photo taken over a hundred years ago
James Stewart

James Stewart

James Stewart: Rye News Editor & Ryecast presenter. James sets the editorial priorities for the paper and leads the team of 20 volunteers. If you would like to join the team email info@ryenews.org.uk.

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