We are a local group who are all interested in women’s history and Brighton! We welcome people of all ages to join our group – so if you would like to know more about us and how you can get involved, please email us on bhwhistoryg@gmail.com
Gerry, Chair
Gerry is a feminist historian who taught Women’s Studies and Life History at the University of Sussex. She has published work on Women’s Suffrage, Women’s Trade Unions and working women’s lives. She is also a Director of QueenSpark Books which publishes many local history books. Her other interests include playing the piano, the arts and working in her allotment and garden.
Maria, Secretary
Maria has a background in Art History and Cultural Studies, and is also a member of her local history group, currently researching the people who lived in the local area years ago. Maria loves history and is keen to encourage others to develop their academic and research skills. In her spare time she enjoys reading, painting, gardening and spending time with her family.
Miranda, Treasurer & Website/Social Media Lead
Miranda has a background in social anthropology and social work. As a Brightonian she has always had a keen interest in local history. Since joining BHWHG, she has been researching working women who moved to Brighton in the late 19th century from a feminist perspective.
Clare, Comms Secretary & Research Lead
Clare has lived in Brighton for over 40 years and has long been interested in the history of the lives of working women. She is involved with two charities in the city and enjoys art, reading, walking on the Downs and researching her family history.
Sue Delafons, Blue Plaque Lead
Sue works on the Group’s blue plaque strategy, and led the Ellen Nye Chart campaign with the Theatre Royal in 2026. She created the Notable Women’s Walk with associated tours, talks and content on the Group website. In her spare time she works on other local heritage projects, with a particular interest in the North Laine.