Crawley U3A Oct 2006
"Thank you for a most enjoyable an informative talk. It was obvious that tracing your Hornicks had become a passion in you life,and it was fascinating to see how you unravelled the various skeins that finally led to success. I think everyone is interested in where they come from, but do not realise the amount of work that has to be put in to give the results. I particularly like your account of the origin of the macaronis : the idea of dandies scoffing plates of pasta is delightful"
Worthing Branch of the Sussex Family history group May 2005
" You kept us totally engrossed in your family history and vividly brought to life a period of history. We learnt so much from you and especially brought home the importance of putting our ancestors in their social economic and historical background. We were amazed at the range of sources you used.
Windsor, Slough and Maidenhead Branch of Berkshire Family History Society
" a fascinating talk with wonderful illustrations!"
