Immigration and Emmigration

Uckfield Meeting Centre

Members will share stories of their ancestors arriving in the country and emigrating to all parts of the world.

British Emigrants in the Empire – Some personal stories

Worthing Meeting Centre

British political and commercial dominance of much of the world during the 19th century gave unprecedented opportunities for Britons willing to leave their native land. However, although some succeeded far better than if they'd stayed at home, others faced disappointment or even death.