Honiton Collection

Honiton Lace 1851
A fearsomely intricate example of Honiton (Devon) lacework, exhibited by Mrs Treadwin of Exeter at the Crystal Palace exhibition

Common bluebells flowering on the ramparts of Hembury Fort, and Iron Age Hillfort near Honiton, Devon. Spring (May) 2023

SR Merchant Navy Class No. 35025 ?Brocklebank Line? with the Devon Belle, climbing Honiton Bank, Devon by Alan Anderson

County Map of Devon, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Photograph of White Hart Hotel, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Volunteer Inn, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Six Bells PH, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Red Cow Inn, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Kings Arms, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Honiton Inn, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Panorama of a Fashionable Wedding (engraving)
1608265 Panorama of a Fashionable Wedding (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panorama of a Fashionable Wedding)

Photograph of Greyhound Inn, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Globe Inn, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Early radio crystal set, terrier puppy -- I don t seem to hear from you at Honiton. 1928

Honiton, modern (engraving)
3635750 Honiton, modern (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Honiton, modern. Illustration for The Industrial Arts published for the Board of Education)

North-West Corner of the Drawing-Room (b / w photo)
3104765 North-West Corner of the Drawing-Room (b/w photo) by Latham, Charles (d.1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: North-West Corner of the Drawing-Room)

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

Mr John Locke, MP for Honiton (engraving)
1612027 Mr John Locke, MP for Honiton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr John Locke, MP for Honiton)

Honiton, Devon: Shoes and Hats for Sale Outside The Lion Inn, (pencil
651924 Honiton, Devon: Shoes and Hats for Sale Outside The Lion Inn, (pencil, pen and grey ink and watercolour) by Rowlandson

Public arms: Linlithgowshire; Carnarvonshire; Honiton; Reigate; Carrickfergus (engraving)
6008995 Public arms: Linlithgowshire; Carnarvonshire; Honiton; Reigate; Carrickfergus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Children at Honiton, Devon, gather hot money once a year on the towns fair-day that is, if they find it not too hot to handle. This tradition has been carried on in Honiton since the 12th century

Throwing hot pennies to children at Honiton Fair Devon. The Hot Pennies ceremony takes place annually on the first Tuesday after 19 July in the High Street of the town

Throwing hot pennies to children at Honiton Fair, Devon. August 1943

Throwing hot pennies to children at Honiton Fair Devon. The Hot Pennies ceremony takes place annually on the first Tuesday after 19 July in the High Street of the town

Exeter EX14 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Exeter EX14 1

Exeter EX14 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Exeter EX14 2

New Streamlined Express, Merchant Navy, S. R. leaving Honiton Tunnel, 1940
New Streamlined Express, Merchant Navy, S.R. leaving Honiton Tunnel, 1940. From Trains of Today. [Juvenile Productions Ltd. London, 1940]

Photograph of Three Tuns Hotel, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

Photograph of Royal Oak PH, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub

Photograph of Angel Inn, Honiton, Devon. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details

High Street, Honiton, Devon
High Street, Honiton, near Lyme Regis, Devon, England. Date: 1900s

Brass Crosby, Mayor
BRASS CROSBY - MP for Honiton, Devon, Lord Mayor of London, quarreled with Parliament re publication of debates, for which he was sent to the Tower but became a public hero. Date: 1725 - 1793

Son Tunisian Ambassador 1780 Watercolor graphite
Artokoloro

Bearded Man Oriental Costume ca 1780 Pen brown ink
Artokoloro

Source Size = 2225 x 2101
Honiton Lace Flounce by Debenham, Son, and Freebody, of Wigmore Street, London, the International Exhibition, 1862

Source Size = 2395 x 3344
Honiton Lace Flounce by G.F. Urling, of Regent Street, London, the International Exhibition, 1862

Honiton, Devon - Lace maker and her work Date: circa 1905

Vintage John Deere tractors with others at display, Honiton Show, East Devon, England, August

Old & Young Lacemakers
A young girl worker using a spinning wheel to spin thread for pillow lace, Honiton, Devon, England. Date: early 1930s

Old Lace Maker
An old woman lace maker, making pillow lace, at Honiton, Devon, England. Date: early 1930s

LACE, 18th CENTURY. Old honiton application lace of the 18th century. Line engraving, 19th century

LACE, 18th CENTURY. Honiton guipure of the 18th century. Line engraving, 19th century

Royal Wedding 1891 - Princess Marie Louise and bridesmaids
Princess Marie Louise of Schleswig-Holstein (1872 - 1956), younger daughter of Prince and Princess Christian (Helena) and granddaughter of Queen Victoria

England / Honiton
England/Honiton

Market Day in Honiton, Devon

View of Honiton from the South
A very attractive idyliic rural view of Honiton from the South

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"Honiton: A Tapestry of History, Nature, and Hospitality" Step into the enchanting world Lace, a delicate art form that has adorned garments since 1851. Marvel at the intricate patterns and exquisite craftsmanship that have made this lace renowned worldwide. As spring blooms in May 2023, wander through Hembury Fort's ramparts near Honiton to witness a breathtaking sight—the vibrant sea of common bluebells dancing in the gentle breeze. Transport yourself back to ancient times as you explore this Iron Age Hillfort nestled amidst nature's beauty. For railway enthusiasts, SR Merchant Navy Class No. 35025 "Brocklebank Line" is a sight not to be missed. Admire this majestic steam locomotive as it chugs through Honiton's picturesque countryside, evoking nostalgia for a bygone era. Delve into history with an intriguing glimpse at Devon's county map from c. 1777. Trace the evolution of landscapes and settlements throughout time—a fascinating journey through centuries past. Immerse yourself in Honiton's warm hospitality with snapshots of its charming hotels and pubs. The White Hart Hotel invites you to indulge in comfort while experiencing true Devonshire charm. Quench your thirst at the Volunteer Inn or Six Bells PH—local favorites where stories are shared over pints of ale. Capture moments frozen in time with photographs showcasing Honiton's rich pub culture—the Red Cow Inn, Kings Arms, and Honiton Inn all beckoning visitors with their unique character and welcoming atmosphere. Witness love bloom against a panoramic backdrop—an engraving capturing the splendor of a fashionable wedding held in Honiton—a testament to timeless romance celebrated within these historic walls. Complete your journey by visiting Greyhound Inn—an establishment steeped in tradition—where tales from generations past echo through its cozy rooms and friendly conversations around crackling fires.