LETTER: Reinstate the original name
This stretch of road was known from the mid-19th century as Victoria Place, presumably in honour of the then Queen. The name was in keeping with those of the other roads running inland from Grand Parade: Burlington, Devonshire, Hartington, Trinity and Cavendish Places.
This name continued until January 1947 when, in the face of much dissent from Eastbournians, Victoria Place was renamed as a part of Terminus Road. Now, if a re-naming is needed, we strongly advise that the original name of Victoria Place is reinstated.
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Hide AdThe word ‘boulevard’ is of French origin and usually denotes a large tree-lined avenue. It has little relevance to our town and frankly is rather pretentious if used in this context.
Michael Partridge
Staveley Road
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