Search the wallhanging imagesCurrently displaying: 32 results. Clear the searchYou've searched for:Category: "Landmarks" x Search term Sort by: TitleRelevance PAGE: 12Next > Abbot's Mitre The public house on Village Street was known as the New Inn until 1969, when it was renamed the Abbot's Mitre. The name may have been chosen as a historical reference to ancient Wherwell Abbey. Bannuts Barn Bannuts Barn, a chalk and cob threshing barn which abuts the road on Village Street, was built in the 17th century. Beehive & Dog on the Common Grace Perry chose to embroider this picture of a dog and a beehive. Many people exercise their dogs on the Common, not only because it is a beautiful area of open land but also because the village has developed a dog-walking fraternity! The beehives of Willow Cottage are near the cattle grid leading on to the Common. Bells There are three bells in the bell tower of Saint Mary the Less. The bells date back to the 17th century although they have been recast since that time. Maggie has in the past enjoyed the delights of bell ringing! Bridge over the River As the walker crosses the Common to Wherwell, a narrow wooden footbridge spans the river over faster moving waters where trout are bred, and ducks, swans and coots nest. Visitors throwing bread to the ducks may be surprised to find that trout often claim the bread first! Bridge over the River Test Roads bridges cross the river at the Mayfly and on the outskirts of Wherwell, but the children, dog walkers and ramblers of the village are more familiar with the low narrow footbridges on the Common. Purleygig Bridge spans a shallow stretch of the river where children paddle in the summertime. Christmas Tree Shane always knows the Christmas season has begun when her father scales the tall fir tree in the garden to put up the Christmas lights! Church Window The imposing stained glass window above the altar in the Church of Saint Mary the Less. Coronation Tree To celebrate the Coronation of King George V in 1911, a chestnut tree, known as the Coronation Tree, was transplanted from the Churchyard and planted at the foot of West Down and a seat placed beneath it, a gift from the people of the village. After lightning damage rendered the tree unsafe a few years ago, Test Valley Borough Council replaced it with an oak tree. Dog Walker on the Common The lovely scenery of the Common and the open stretches of unspoilt water meadow are a pleasant environment for regular exercise, both for dogs and their owners! Dovecote The ornamental dovecote is a feature in the gardens of the Coach House, on Coley Lane. Football Changing Room The changing rooms in the Memorial Playing Field pavilion have recently been updated. Grindstone The grindstone on the Green opposite the Abbot's Mitre, a commemorative presentation to the village on the occasion of the Coronation in 1911. Milestone The milestone is situated on the A30 showing the number of miles to London on the old coaching road. New Village Hall In 1962, the old Village Hall, built as a Reading Room for the men of the village, was formally adopted as Chilbolton Village Hall. By the 1980's the Committee, realising the Hall was too small, considered building a new Hall. Early in the 1990's, the Painter family donated a plot of land on Drove Road. On 24.09.1999 a plaque to mark the new Hall opening was unveiled by Mrs. Mary Fagan, Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire. Observatory by Day This square showing the Science Research Council Radio and Space Field Station was Jean's first attempt at embroidery. Everyone agreed the result was quite spectacular! Observatory by Night The Science Research Council Radio and Space Field Station, or Chilbolton Observatory as it is known, was opened in 1966 on land that was once part of Chilbolton airfield. Post Box The post box at the top of Drove Road is one of the old style boxes from the reign of King George VI. It is sometimes unavailable for use as birds often build their nests inside! Purley Gate A kissing gate from the Common to Mr. Painter's field by the Church, near Purleygig bridge on the Common. Purleygig Bridge Purleygig Bridge crosses the river on the Common where children and dogs can wade in the shallow water. It is a narrow footbridge with metal handrails not far from the Old Inn. St. Mary the Less The stone-built Norman church dates back to the 12th century, although it was enhanced and renovated in successive centuries. In the early 19th century, the present spire was added when the old bell-tower was pulled down and the three 17th century bells were re-cast. Stile Footpaths criss-cross the village over fields, meadows, the Downs and the Common. Stiles safeguard grazing animals and provide access to public rights of way. Telephone Box The old red telephone kiosk stands on the Green opposite the Abbot's Mitre. It was installed in 1930 and modernised in 1954 with the existing housing (the K6 model.) It is still in working order. Testway Signpost The signpost near the Coach House on Coley Lane points the way to Inkpen Beacon and Totton. PAGE: 12Next >