Memorials of Hampshire. (page 3/4)

Romsey Abbey

“It is a perfect Norman church, with only the two east windows and the three western bays added by later hands (thirteenth century). The massive piers of the nave arches remind one of Durham, the lofty triforium rather of Norwich; the perfect Norman clerestory has nothing quite like [...] [more...]

Netley Abbey

“The site of Netley Abbey indeed, like that of all the abbeys of the Cistercian Order, is choice, and was selected by the founders for various reasons. A spot remote from towns, quiet and peaceful, on the banks of a river will supplied with fish, in a valley, and as much a possible surrounded by hills, both for protection and seclusion—these were [...] [more...]

Old Chained Bible

The Knight Hospitaller’s Tomb and Old Chained Bible at North Baddesley Church. The bible dates from 1620 and was donated to the church in 1702. The tomb is now in the chancel of the church. [more...]

Wolvesey Castle

Plan of XIIth Century Castle restored from recent explorations [more...]

Wolvesey Castle

There appears to be a tennis court in the middle of this ruined castle! [more...]

Bramshill, Façade

Originally pre-Norman, the present stately house was started at about 1605, and was designed by John Thorpe. It is now a police training centre. There is an 18th century story that the house is haunted. [more...]