TOWNSPOTLIGHT
SPOTLIGHT ON
SHOREHAM
SHOREHAM-BY-SEA , MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS SHOREHAM , is not only a joy for historians – the town boasts some remarkable old buildings and there is plenty of interesting past to research – but it ’ s also a great spot for finding out what the future of Sussex might end up holding . Modern new developments including homes and shops put Shoreham firmly on the map as the very definition of up and coming .
HISTORY IN BRIEF
Shoreham dates back to before the Roman invasion of 55 BC , but it remained a tiny little settlement until Christianity made it popular . At the beginning of the 12th century , the church of St Mary de Haura ( St Mary of the Haven ) was built . It was a huge building ; a monumental undertaking , and it drew the admiration of people from across the country , many of whom came to see it , and it was this sudden influx of visitors that meant Shoreham had to start flourishing . It had to open shops , taverns , inns to accommodate its newfound popularity , and it had to have some kind of order to it . Put plainly , it had to grow . So it did .
TOP SPOT
Ropetackle Arts Centre is Shoreham ’ s award-winning , community-run arts venue . This April marks an incredible 10 years since the centre first opened and they ’ ve got lots in store to celebrate . Join them throughout the month for a series of special events , workshops and free activities , from music to comedy , theatre and film , and download or pick up their special anniversary brochure where you can meet the team and discover their story . A registered charity run by volunteers , they are also fundraising to improve and upgrade some key equipment . Find out more and join the celebrations by visiting www . ropetacklecentre . co . uk .
DID YOU KNOW ?
Shoreham Airport is the oldest British airport still in existence . It was first used for commercial flights in 1911 .
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