Gilman. There was gas laid on but no electricity to the house fortunately there were overhead electric lines in the road and we were eventually connected. Click the link to see more old photo's of early Eastleigh's old shops, the Railway Institute and the Cheese Market and much more,Bishopstoke History Society · January 24, 2019 · Thanks go to Colin Bates for supplying the “So you think you know Bishopstoke” photo. Poppies on the gates to St. 2. Forgot Account?Bishopstoke History Society. It is nice to think that people planning the future want to maintain a link with the past. Create new account. . Find out more about how they came to Bishopstoke, their house in Spring Lane, the Methodist Church, Scouts, WW1, the LSWR carriage and wagon department and much more. Community Organization. 15 am Communion – modern language St Mary’s (but NO Morning Worship on Zoom). (Where the Summers Place flats are today) It had been used for storage for council. The house had a succession of names and had once been. The history of Bishopstoke, Hampshire, and surrounding areas, compiled by members of Bishopstoke History Society. Bishopstoke History Society. . Inside Longmead House there was a chapel, when the house was demolished in the early 1940’s, three stained glass panels were saved and incorporated into a bookcase. The earliest reference to Bishopstoke is in a document of 948 AD when King Edred granted eleven dwellings at ‘Stoke’ to a Nobleman named Aelfric. Caroline would like people to let her know if they intend coming to the reception and may respond to her via E mail. This same building, from 1925-1954 was an off-licence owned by Eldridge Pope &. May 19 · Across Sedgwick Road from the last post, was the Labour Hall, ("Then & Now photos") The hall was built entirely by voluntary labour and was officially opened in September 1955. Where in Bishopstoke was this 1948 surveying photo taken and to what house does it lead to. May 2023, Coronation Day of King Charles III. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. Bishopstoke History Society · November 1, 2021 · November 1, 2021 · He is commemorated on the Cambrai War Memorial in Louverval, France and on a plaque in Bishopstoke Reading Rooms, as well as the Bishopstoke War Memorial. Do you know where in Bishopstoke this view is today ?Walking up Church Road on your left is the entrance to the Bishopstoke Park Retirement Village. Street Party Gallery. Specialty Grocery Store. "Shears mill, Bishopstoke with some of my photos of underneath the mill, the turbines and the. On the defeat of Germany at the end of the war in Europe, celebrations erupted in Great Britain: more than one million people celebrated in the streets. Log In. The Prince of Wales, public house was situated at number 65, Bishopstoke Road, on the main road towards Eastleigh. This photo also courtesy Joan Kitchen. With the Locomotive Works moving to Eastleigh in 1910, ‘big brother’ was firmly in charge, with 13,000 inhabitants recorded in the 1911 census, compared to Bishopstoke’s 2,000. Particular gratitude is extended to Ian Taylor, a Fair Oak resident who undertook similar research of the names on that village’s War Memorials, for supporting this project and. Log In. While Eric was doing his bit, by shooting at the Luftwaffe, he was also on war work in his. ( The Plantation is a piece of woodland behind Edward Avenue that runs between Church Road and Stoke Common Road/Edward Avenue ) More wooden benches, with wooden shapes of a bat, moth, hedgehog and mushrooms. Mary’s Church. Bishopstoke History Society February 16, 2021 Photo's of some of the old " Mount " hospital buildings. This house also had another name originally called. The permissive paths at Bishopstoke Park / “The Mount “ are signposted by 11 way markers designed by Jonathan Wright an artist. Wildlife Sanctuary. This shop, whilst having a succession of owners is the only shop in Bishopstoke to continually trade in the same type of business since it first opened over 100 years ago. Bishopstoke History Society. ” The photo is of Thomas Mullock with his daughter Elsie outside his cobblers shop at 32, Spring Lane, he had taken over from Frank Browning who had. The club opened in September 1912 at Numbers 8 & 10 Spring Lane, formerly 2 houses called the "Hollies". Do you want to see more old photo's of Spring Lane like these ? Just click on the link to see the old cottages that were replaced by the flats and the bridge that crossed Spring Lane. As a local councillor, Thomas Cotton presented commemoration mugs to the children of Eastleigh and Bishopstoke for the Coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in 1902 and King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. April 29, 2018 · When the Canon S. Early Eastleigh (Produced from a presentation compiled by Chris Humby in 2016) In the book, Eastleigh Then and Now, Penny Legg acknowledges that “Eastleigh was of little significance before the coming of the railway”. . August 31, 2020 · Posted on our visitors page by Hugh John Penny. Bishopstoke History Society. The books author, Arthur Drewitt considered that to no single man does Eastleigh and Bishopstoke owe more than to Henry White. A. We’ve added a few photos to the Bishopstoke History Website of Stoke Park Junior School. Blanchard & Co, Bishop’s Waltham Hants, Terra Cotta Brick Tile Works. Mrs. The mill pictured in this postcard was demolished in the 1930's. May, 2. Many thanks to Lynne Horspool Smith for her photo of Stoke Park Junior School performance of “Sleeping Beauty “ c 1961. Samuel later entered politics, and was a magistrate that, in 1692, judged the people in Salem accused of Witchcraft. David Clifford King has written all about his life growing up in Bishopstoke and Eastleigh in the 1950's. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. An introduction tells the story of Bishopstoke by means of maps, starting with one of 1613 from Winchester College and going on to the arrival of Bishopstoke. The tower of the old St Mary's Church, Bishopstoke, at Riverside. My great grandfather was born at Fair Oak Park - one of 11 children of James Edward. They didn’t worry about Health and Safety at Riverside during surveying in March 1948. It was used for Labour Ward meetings and social gatherings including Wedding Receptions, jumble sale's, discos , a Library, band. I. Forgot account? or. . Asfordbye has had several name changes during its existence. Margarets Road and Stoke Park Road. 15pm at the BCA Centre – Sadie Wright (Secretary). 5 acres (11. Bishopstoke History Society · June 11 · Four photos of different buildings that have occupied the same site, (opposite the Chickenhall Lane roundabout). September 24, 2022 · Now uploaded onto the Bishopstoke History website is “Carnivals and Parades- early 1900’s” by Chris Humby. " Sue Hawkes, Cherry Hebditch, Gary Cole and me on the end with a stupid bush hat on. . ” Bishopstoke History Society Changing Eastleigh (Produced from a presentation compiled by Chris Humby in May 2017) (The prototype Spitfire K5054 at Eastleigh, 11th May 1936) Eastleigh is home to the Spitfire, which first flew from Eastleigh Airfield on 11 th May 1936. Fair Oak Village. It is recorded as "Stoke" as early as 948 AD when King Eadred granted land there to a thegn called Aelfric. . June 23, 2020 ·. A message from The Reverend Richard Wise. De Blogue that the hall was to be closed and on a certain date sold. Bishopstoke History Society. Bishopstoke Carnival. 00 PM, at the Bishopstoke Methodist Church in Sedgwick Road. Bishopstoke History Society. Day 8th. Create new account. Bishopstoke History Society have renewed their website for another year. Ian Nias mentioned the remains of a boathouse by the river on " The Mount" estate in the last post, I think this is it. Original photo on the right & the photo on the left has been colourised by Chris Smart. in Bishopstoke got their names? Later this week we will put our presentation of ”Whats in a name “ up on our Bishopstoke website to explain why. Forgot Account?Bishopstoke History Society. . On Tuesday evening, the Bishopstoke bell ringers are attempting a peal to commemorate the occasion, 100 years ago to the day, that the first peal was rung on the old bells. . In the early 1900s, Bishopstoke Carnival funds were raised to support local hospitals, prior to the introduction of the National Health Service in 1948. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. Sanatorium 1940/50’s. Bishopstoke History Society. . WW1 Centenary 11/11/2018 St. Mary's Church tower, looking over the back gardens of St. These premises served the local community of Stoke. A mill at Bishopstoke was recorded in the Doomsday book of 1084. He attended Harvard University to study for the ministry but left to pursue a career in business. Riverside postbox. Create new account. Starting with Chris Humby’s family. Saturday 6th. Bishopstoke History Society. Mary's Church tower in colour, another Chris Smart photo. Bishopstoke History Society. Houses were built by William Whitehead, a local Bishopstoke builder, to accommodate workers of the London &South Western Railway when the Carriage Works were relocated from Nine Elms in London, in 1891. Perhaps “farmhouse” is a misnomer because it was. Bishopstoke History Society · August 16, 2017 · August 16, 2017 ·Harvey Collyer was not the only person from Bishopstoke to perish in the Titanic disaster. Thanks to Mandy Etheridge for this old newspaper cutting about a boy scout who lived in Portal Road, Bishopstoke. September 24, 2022 · Now uploaded onto the Bishopstoke History website is “Carnivals and Parades- early 1900’s” by Chris Humby. Bishopstoke History Society. Richard Dummer was born in Bishopstoke, c. Leonard George Knight , aged 21,was on the victualling crew on the Titanic, a Third Class Steward. or See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. TV show. Bishy woods. or On the opposite side of the road is Stoke Knoll, a Victorian House built in 1856, it had 7 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a snooker room, lounge, dining room, study, kitchen, breakfast room and a large. Mercedes/Benz garage, 4. May 1, 2015 ·. Top left photo- Brownies and Guides used to meet in the Infant School in Church Rd. to 220 ft. The Trefoil Guild have knitted/crocheted this post box topper to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles! 3. Marys Road. . It became the Eastleigh & District Industrial Cooperative Society around 1912 before moving to new premises on the corner of Hamilton Road and Spring Lane in 1926. ts from “The Mount” T. Bishopstoke History Society. . This photo also courtesy Joan Kitchen. He was a British Surgeon, he has been claimed as one of the greatest influences of the century on British undergraduate surgical teaching. “ A new and commodious reading-room has been erected at Bishopstoke. "Bishopstoke History Society. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. Bishopstoke History Society. . Bishopstoke History Society. The Bishopstoke History Society we have set up is therefore simply a small group of local people who want to tell the story of the village”. Bishopstoke History Society has seven core members, who are interested in the history. . In the 1800’s the road through Bishopstoke to Fair Oak was just one main road and so it was called. freeserve. Log In. TV show. Bishopstoke History Society. A meeting of the core members of the Bishopstoke History Society was held to consider that maintaining a Bishopstoke History Society profile within our community is important. Not now. The inclusion of the fourth “R” of religion, alongside the other. The clock tower had a Carillion of hemispherical bells that played 14 tunes, the bells were cast for Captain Hargreaves. We have been asked by Kate Leavey " Would you be able to post this on your fb page". Mary's Road, up towards Stoke Park Woods. Some old adverts from "The Southern Sentinel " March 1967. . May 7, 2021 · A few more photo's of Bishopstoke Brownies and Guides. May 7, 2021 · A few more photo's of Bishopstoke Brownies and Guides. Caroline would like people to let her know if they intend coming to the reception and may respond to her via E mail. This video clip is of Chris Humby giving part of Tuesday's presentation "Rise of the Railway " part 1. . Bishopstoke History Society was conceived in its present form in 2009. Bishopstoke History Society has seven core members, who are interested in the history of Bishopstoke He was also a member of a number of distinguished learned bodies and society’s. This shop, whilst having a succession of owners is the only shop in Bishopstoke to continually trade in the same type of business since it first opened over 100 years ago. Opened in 1855 by Johnathon Barstow as a shop, it was soon trading as a Pub. Coordinates: 50. " Sue Hawkes, Cherry Hebditch, Gary Cole and me on the end with a stupid bush hat on. Oct. Zowiie Louiise Hall posted a photo of Barton Farmhouse that became Barton Peveril School. Shared from Eastleigh History and shared memories facebook page Bishopstoke, Foresters' Arms darts team 1935. S. May 17, 2021 · Asfordbye House stood where Asford Grove is now, opposite Spring Lane. . In the centre is a Nanny pushing a pram with maybe two sisters out walking the dog from one of the large houses. The company also wanted to connect to Bristol, but this decision was blocked by Parliament. March 1866 to Lyon, France. July 23 · I'm putting" Famous people born or lived in Bishopstoke" onto the Bishopstoke history website. Roy Honeybone commented "While spring cleaning during Covid19 lockdown I came across this photograph of the First Bishopstoke Brownies taken in July 1951. An introduction tells the story of Bishopstoke by means of maps, starting with one of 1613 from Winchester College and going on to the arrival of Bishopstoke Station in 1839. or See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. (1991) Eastleigh and District History Society Special Paper No 21. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. Mary’s Church was built in 1890/91 and consecrated on Thursday 12 th November 1891 by the Bishop of Guildford. orMany thanks to Jenny Hislop for sharing this “I found this picture today, my dad Den Hamshare is in the middle of the bottom row and Eddie light ( I think) is far right top row, I have no idea who. Fair Oak Village. Sign UpThe stable block for Longmead House used to be situated in the alleyway between East Drive and Underwood Road. Mary's Church, "Ring for the King"Bishopstoke History Society October 3, 2021 · Most of you knew the old view was at Stoke Common, looking towards Jockey Lane with Rose Cottage in the middle of the photograph. By 5 June 1972 the work to erect twin temporary bailey bridges to carry Bishopstoke. Perhaps “farmhouse” is a misnomer because it was. This Monday Evening, 9th. March 16, 2020 · "If you are planning to attend our talk “Churches of St Mary” at Bishopstoke Methodist Church on Friday 27th March, I must inform you that the event has been cancelled. At this time, all traffic from Bishopstoke to Fair Oak would have gone along the old Fair Oak Road, behind the photographer. “ The Rise of the Railway part 1 “ is a new subject that’s just been added to the Bishopstoke History website, telling you about the arrival of the Railway & development of Eastleigh Carriage Works. Woking Homes (Roy Smith Collection and research by Chris Humby)) Compiled by Chris Humby. Betty Rice 1932-2020 Mum passed away peacefully in her sleep Sunday morning 06/12 she will be sadly missed by. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. The name ‘Stoke’ or ‘Stoches’ is usually interpreted as meaning a place situated on or near a river, containing a mill or a church. Bishopstoke – A Century of Change – W. . At this time, all traffic from Bishopstoke to Fair Oak would have gone along the old Fair Oak Road, behind the photographer. Kate & Koji. . 3rd. to 50 ft. Over the next few posts, I will posting an edited version of “ Memories of Bishopstoke “ written by Lily Valentine Cull (Biddy) 1913-2015 Thanks to her daughter Linda for. . See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. 1, Nutbeem Mill, corn, hay & straw merchants. The western Parish Boundary for the most part lies through the water meadows. Kate & Koji. or. Part 3 of Mrs. . Bishopstoke History Society. March 4, 2021 · Many thanks to Jenny Hislop for sharing this “I found this picture today, my dad Den Hamshare is in the middle of the bottom row and Eddie light ( I think) is far right top row, I have no idea who the rest are, I am sure someone will. Bishy woods. Create new account. Bishopstoke History Society June 6, 2019 · During WWII, The Pirelli Cable works in Eastleigh helped manufacture a fuel pipe-line that went under the English channel between England and France to support "Operation Overlord " on D-Day. Not now. Today, 110 years ago the RMS Titanic struck an iceberg in the Atlantic. April 26, 2019 · The permissive paths at Bishopstoke Park / “The Mount “ are signposted by 11 way markers designed by Jonathan. This one shows the first rail bridge you come to when you walk upstream on the Itchen Navigation tow path from Bishopstoke. . Related Pages. This week I spoke to Mrs. Images of Bishopstoke taken from Google Earth. . November. Eastleigh Boy's Club & Swimming pool, 3. The history of schools in Bishopstoke will be explored separately. Wildlife Sanctuary. E. October 19, 2021 · Want to know more about early Eastleigh Airport ? When Edwin Rowland Moon was the first person to fly from the field that became the Airport, Largest U. . Bishopstoke History Society. . This bookcase is now located. Bishopstoke History Society. . May 19 · Across Sedgwick Road from the last post, was the Labour Hall, ("Then & Now photos") The hall was built entirely by voluntary labour and was officially opened in September 1955. 00 PM, at the Bishopstoke Methodist Church in Sedgwick Road. Related Pages. August 9, 2021 ·. Thanks go to Kieran Gillingham for updating us on the maintenance of the river and the Montague carrier at Bishopstoke, with before and after photos of. May 19, 2021 · The Prince of Wales, public house was situated at number 65, Bishopstoke Road, on the main road towards Eastleigh. October 25, 2021 · Want to know more about early Eastleigh ? We have now added this presentation to our Bishopstoke History website. H. Within hours a. Bishopstoke History Society. The family “believe" the well. It shows old photos from our collection, (many unseen before). The parish of Bishopstoke, as originally constituted, covered about 3,430 acres of land rising from west to east from the arable lands round Great and Little Eastley farms, a height of 40 ft. The Foresters Arms was located at the top of Bishopstoke, on the corner of Church Road and Stoke Common Road. Create new account. Bishopstoke History Society. With the thought of an east/west connection. Sign UpBishopstoke History Society. The brickwork is Fleming bond so I think there are a variety of additions/repairs as the original bridge must be earlier than my 1870 maps. Log In. Uploaded onto the Bishopstoke History website are "Photos of patien. Photograph taken probably circa 1860’s - 1880’s (undated). To read his story click on the link to our History website. Bishopstoke History Society has seven core members, who are interested in the history. Log In. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. We didn’t know how it would go and we even had to borrow a projector. It was reputed to be originally a Granary, before being converted into a family house called Highfield House. Bishopstoke History Society. very gradually! Sunday 26 July --- 9. 3,249 likes · 210 talking about this. Size. What year do you think it was when these were your teachers? Early 1970's ? Lots more to see at. 27,000. It was reputed to be originally a Granary, before being converted. . November and Remembrance Day on Sunday 14th. The oldest part of Stoke Lodge is Tudor, although it is thought there was possibly a hunting Lodge originally. “I just received sad news of Sister Beven who lived at Stoke Lodge. See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. The B3037, better known as Alan Drayton Way was named after Alan Drayton a local athlete, who won a Bronze medal in August 1978 at the Commonwealth Games in Edmonton, Canada, competing in the Decathlon. Samuel later entered politics, and was a magistrate that, in 1692, judged the people in Salem accused of Witchcraft. by Chris Humby. February 16, 2019 ·. The “new” St. Another Bishopstoke old yew tree is this one in Stoke Park Woods, locals know it as "The Witches tree". Log In. The photos were kindly donated to the Bishopstoke History Society by Gillian Johns. S. orLog In. 5555. On the corner of Church Road and Stoke Common Road was the Foresters Arms, built around 1850 by Henry Twynam as a beer house. March 1866 from R. . orThe shop at No 2 Riverside was, at times, traded as part of the hardware store next door. orThe shop at No 2 Riverside was, at times, traded as part of the hardware store next door. . Related Pages. Over the next few posts, I will posting an edited version of “ Memories of Bishopstoke “ written by Lily Valentine Cull (Biddy) 1913-2015 Thanks to her daughter Linda for allowing us to. The photo on the right shows Alan Drayton and Daley Thompson competing in one of the decathlon. Photo on the left is a colourised photo of the old cottages in Spring Lane, just before they were demolished in the 1950's and on the right Spring Lane today. Bishy woods. Log In. or Bishopstoke History Society. House, Alan. . Bishopstoke History Society December 16, 2022 · The first of George Morris memories from "Reminiscences & Rhymes" is about his memories of the Blacksmith's shop, that stood across from the Foresters Arms at Stoke Common. Colourised photos of the interior of the Methodist Chapel known as "The Chapel in the garden" that was in Stoke Common Road. Children for Carnival at Bishopstoke. Opened in 1855 by Johnathon Barstow as a shop, it was soon trading as a Pub. . These will be the memories of old Bishopstoke from yesteryear. This map dates from the late 1890s and is interesting to note that Bishopstoke had expanded. It was owned from 1954-1970 by Dr. It was a Victorian beer house, built in around 1850 by Henry Twynam. Barrett & Sons Fruit & veg. May 17, 2021 · Asfordbye House stood where Asford Grove is now, opposite Spring Lane. October at 19. The Royal BC Museum and Archives has a wide range of oral history recordings for you to explore. The tower was left standing until it was weakened by fire in 1965 and subsequently demolished. You could buy a Renault car for £544, win a Space-age portable television or buy a washing machine in Guinea's. This photo is of a tile blown off the roof of St. Click the link to see more old photo's of early Eastleigh's old shops, the Railway Institute and the Cheese Market and much more,See more of Bishopstoke History Society on Facebook. 00 PM. Bishopstoke History Society. The family “believe" the well. Marys Road. Menu. Log In. This had been the parish hall for the old St Mary's Church, which used to stand over the road. It is recorded as "Stoke" as early as 948 AD when King. . orIn 1871 the population is recorded as being 515. . Boyle, who held his surgeries in the small building. St. September 21, 2021 · In the Bishopstoke Parish Council Newsletter it has stated that “the current Memorial Hall is in very poor shape and is uninsurable. Bishopstoke History Society. Bronze age weapons as well as Roman remains have also been found in the area. Log In. . It must be acknowledged that our members Joan and Rod Simmonds and Stan Roberts. or. Bishopstoke History Society April 21, 2016 · The residents of Bishopstoke Park ( The Mount ) are starting to uncover some of the ornamental features in the woodland garden. The operetta is what we would consider to be a farce in the Gilbert and Sullivan style. Reposted from another site about Wainwrights the Chemist. On the defeat of Germany at the end of the war in Europe, celebrations erupted in Great Britain: more than one million people celebrated in the streets. 3278°W Bishopstoke is a village and civil parish in the Eastleigh district of Hampshire, England. Eastleigh & District History Society – Special Paper No 18 – Early Days at Barton Peveril). Barton Mill, 2. Eastleigh History and Shared Memories · June 2, 2015 · June 2, 2015 ·When Bishopstoke Station was opened in June 1839, the London & Southampton Railway developed plans to connect to the West Country. If you would like to see her photos and read her memories of "Do you remember Haig Road" just click on the link to the Bishopstoke History website. Original photo on the right & the photo on the left has been colourised by Chris Smart. Bishopstoke Mill; Riverside;. . )This picture is of the original building that was called the Bishopstoke playing field pavilion and was built when the new recreation park was created. It's in the same location in which today's Bishopstoke Memorial Hall stands. In 1908 the Pupil Teacher Training Centre moved from rooms in the Eastleigh Railway institute to the Wesley Hall at the back of the Methodist Church in High Street and, in 1918, it occupied Barton Peveril Farmhouse at Bishopstoke. Log In. Montague carrier. Jane Bray posted this photo on our visitor post page.