— October 1st, James Botting, the Old Bailey Executioner, died at Brighton, his native place.
— October 4th, Her Majesty’s first visit to Brighton.
— December 25th, Great Snow storm.
1838.—January 15th, the Northern sewer commenced.
— March 19th, London and Brighton Railway commenced.
— April 26th, Christ Church consecrated.
— May 28th, Swiss Gardens opened.
1839.—February 4th, first permanent rail on the London and Brighton Railway laid at Hassock’s Gate, by Mr. Alfred Morris.
1840.—February 18th, Upfold, stage coachman killed.
— May 11th, Railway to Shoreham opened.