Author: Arthur Granville BradleyPublisher:
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Category : Herefordshire (England).
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Herefordshire
Author: Arthur Granville BradleyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Herefordshire (England).
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Herefordshire
Author: George Woosung WadePublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Herefordshire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
Herefordshire Biographies
Author: John HutchinsonPublisher:
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Category : Herefordshire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
A Glossary of Provincial Words Used in Herefordshire and Some of the Adjoining Counties
Author: Sir George Cornewall LewisPublisher:
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Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
The Little Book of Herefordshire
Author: David VaughanPublisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750969091
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 227
Book Description
The Little Book of Herefordshire is a compendium full of information which will make you say, ‘I never knew that!’ Contained within is a plethora of entertaining facts about Herefordshire’s famous and occasionally infamous men and women, its literary, artistic and sporting achievements, customs ancient and modern, transport, battles and ghostly appearances. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped in to time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage, the secrets and the enduring fascination of the county. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors and locals alike.
Illustrations of Kilpeck Church, Herefordshire
Author: George Robert LewisPublisher:
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Category : Carving (Decorative arts)
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
An Inventory of the Historical Monuments in Herefordshire ...: Northwest
Author: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England)Publisher:
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Category : Herefordshire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 536
Book Description
A Handbook for Travellers in Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, and Herefordshire. With Map and Plans
Author: John Murray (Firm)Wigmore Castle, North Herefordshire
Author: Stephanie RatkaiPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1351191373
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 486
Book Description
"Excavations at Wigmore Castle were carried out in 1996 and 1998 as a precursor to repair and consolidation of the castle by English Heritage. The castle had remained the honorial caput of the Mortimer family from the late 11th century through to 1425, an unusually long tenure amongst Marcher lordships. The Mortimer family became increasingly important players in the history of England. Thereafter the Mortimer inheritance passed to the Dukes of York and from there to the Crown. Evidence of the earliest castle was found during the excavations, including part of a substantial 12th-century timber building, part of which had been used as a kitchen. Here remains of a sequence of hearths, cooking pots and food remains were found. The construction of defences in stone probably began in the 12th century. The effect of conflict on the castle was indicated by the presence of ballista balls, arrowheads, a possible crannequin and fragments of plate armour. A possible period of neglect occurred in the later 14th century but by the 15th century the castle was the scene of renewed activity including the rebuilding of the curtain wall. Dietary evidence and some of the artefacts indicate that there was high-status occupation, in which hunting played an important role that continued throughout the 15th century. By the 16th century the castle fabric was beginning to fall into disrepair and evidence of repairs and modifications were noted. Nevertheless, high-status occupation continued and the castle remained to play an important role as a secondary seat of the Council of the Marches. However, by the early 17th century decline at the castle appears to have been terminal. The castle was now owned by the Harley family and it is they who are credited with the pre-emptive slighting of the castle during the Civil War. The slighting is not evident in the excavated areas, and the area in and around the East Tower appears to have been derelict well before the mid-17th century. Pottery, clay pipe and other artefacts which can definitely be ascribed to the Civil War are few. An oxshoe found in the latest deposits may well be associated with the removal of fallen stone for building elsewhere. Thereafter the castle appears to have been little visited and almost total ruination had set in by the early 18th century. In 1995 the castle was taken into English Heritage Guardianship and has been consolidated and restored as a romantic ruin.
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