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Winchester has a wonderful heritage of medieval carvings and also some extremely old furniture. This was a fascinating tour; the guides were excellent. . We toured in small groups so that everyone could see properly. We left Church Place, Romsey, … Continue reading
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We hope you enjoyed the Abbey’s Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, which took place on Wednesday 21 December. With timeless readings, music from the Abbey Choir and lots of favourite carols, there was indeed something for everybody.
On 17 November, we climbed above the Abbey’s lofty nave to the ringing chamber, where the bellringers gave us a demonstration. Hot chocolate was also served.
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28 October June Thorpe gave an illustrated talk about textiles in the Abbey. Click on the photos below to view larger versions.
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Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s home was built in 1851. Prince Albert designed the garden terraces, the lower of which was opened to the public for the first time on 26 August. The bedroom where Queen Victoria died is on … Continue reading
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On Sunday 28 August, we enjoyed a delicious strawberry tea with home-made shortbread in the Vicarage garden, by kind invitation of the Revd. Tim and Mrs Caroline Sledge. This was a lovely opportunity to meet other members in informal surroundings. … Continue reading
