William Smith (1799-1855)

From Historical Hastings


Smith was perhaps best known as the proprietor of St. Leonards Caves which he excavated for the sand, forming at the same time an abode for his family and various animals.

He was buried on the 25th of October 1855[1]

Entry in Burial register of St. Leonards Church

References & Notes

  1. East Sussex, England, Church of England Deaths and Burials, St Leonards Church parish records 1834-1945