Midhurst Collection

Poster, The Spread Eagle Hotel, Midhurst, Sussex

Map of the manor of Woolbeding, 1652
Additional Manuscript Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Add Ms 1052

British Countryside - Cutting Chestnuts
British Countryside - A Woodman cutting Chestnuts at Midhurst, Sussex - from which barrel hoops, fencing and bean sticks are made. Date: 1938

Midhurst Stoolball Team
After playing Wisborough Green, at Wisborough Green, June 1956. Photographed by George Garland. George Garland Collection. West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N45987

Cottage Near Midhurst
Grannys Cottage, Henley Common, near Midhurst, Sussex with Granny outside

Train crash in Cocking, West Sussex
Steam engine in stream after small bridge had collapsed on the Midhurst to Chichester line, 19th November 1951. Photographed by George Garland. George Garland Collection

Map, Surrey Docks, Bricklayers Arms and New Cross, London
Map, Surrey Commercial Docks, Bricklayers Arms and New Cross, SE London, with railway lines and junctions. 1908

Cowdray Castle in Midhurst, West Sussex, England

England, West Sussex, Midhurst, Cowdray Castle

Midhurst West Street early 1900s

West Street, Midhurst

Rumbolds Hill, Midhurst

Midhurst Rumbold's Hill early 1900s

Henley near Midhurst, South Downs, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Cowdray Ruins, Midhurst, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Spread Eagle Hotel, Midhurst, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

The Common, Midhurst, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

River Path, Midhurst, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

St Mary's Church, Easebourne, Midhurst, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Thatched cottage at Midhurst, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

South Downs from Midhurst Common, Sussex - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

The Varlet, Spread Eagle Hotel, Midhurst (b / w photo)
3094903 The Varlet, Spread Eagle Hotel, Midhurst (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Varlet, Spread Eagle Hotel, Midhurst)

Cowdrays Cottage, Midhurst, Sussex, from The Cottages
2637682 Cowdrays Cottage, Midhurst, Sussex, from The Cottages and the Village Life of Rural England published by Dent & Sons Limited, 1912 (colour litho) by Quinton

North Street, Midhurst, West Sussex. 1937

Cowdray Park
LLM457761 Cowdray Park by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cowdray Park. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

Dunford, near Midhurst, where Cobden was born (engraving)
663697 Dunford, near Midhurst, where Cobden was born (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dunford, near Midhurst, where Cobden was born)

Cowdray House (b / w photo)
5209158 Cowdray House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cowdray House. Illustration for Beautiful Britain, Views of Our Stately Homes (Werner)

Dunford House, Midhurst, Birthplace and Residence of Richard Cobden (engraving)
2781651 Dunford House, Midhurst, Birthplace and Residence of Richard Cobden (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dunford House, Midhurst)

Grannys Cottage, Henley Common, near Midhurst, Sussex (colour litho)
968314 Grannys Cottage, Henley Common, near Midhurst, Sussex (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grannys Cottage, Henley Common, near Midhurst)

Doorway, Cowdray Ruins, Midhurst, Sussex (b / w photo)
5203401 Doorway, Cowdray Ruins, Midhurst, Sussex (b/w photo) by Davie, William Galsworthy (1841-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cowdray Ruins, Midhurst, Sussex)

Birthplace of Mr Cobden, MP, near Midhurst, Sussex (engraving)
1096070 Birthplace of Mr Cobden, MP, near Midhurst, Sussex (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birthplace of Mr Cobden, MP, near Midhurst, Sussex)

Rambling Sketches in Rural Sussex (engraving)
1596677 Rambling Sketches in Rural Sussex (engraving) by Rainey, William (1852-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rambling Sketches in Rural Sussex)

The late Richard Cobden, MP (engraving)
1610251 The late Richard Cobden, MP (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Richard Cobden, MP)

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england, west sussex, midhurst, country footpath with information sign for ramblers at cowdray castle

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england, west sussex, midhurst, cowdray castle ruins

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England, West Sussex, Midhurst, Cowdray Castle ruins

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england, west sussex, midhurst, cowdray castle ruins

North Hertfordshire SG6 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Hertfordshire SG6 4

Chichester GU29 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Chichester GU29 9

Cowdray House, Midhurst, Sussex, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Cowdray House, Midhurst, Sussex, 1894. Ruins of the Tudor mansion which burned down in 1793. From Beautiful Britain; views of our stately homes. [The Werner Company of Chicago, 1894]

The Ruins of Cowdray House, near Midhurst, Sussex, 1907. From The Life of Samuel Johnson, Vol. II by James Boswell. [Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd. London, 1907]

The Angel Inn, Midhurst, 1865. Artist: Sir John Gilbert
The Angel Inn, Midhurst, 1865

The birthplace of Richard Cobden, Midhurst, Sussex. Artist: J Harmsworth
The birthplace of Richard Cobden, Midhurst, Sussex. British manufacturer and politician Richard Cobden (1804-1865) was born here

Train smash at Cocking
Steam engine in stream after small bridge had collapsed on the Midhurst to Chichester line, 19th November 1951. Photographed by George Garland. George Garland Collection

Cobdens birthplace, a farmhouse called Dunford, in Heyshott near Midhurst, Sussex, England, seen here in the 19th century. Richard Cobden, 1804 - 1865

South Street, Midhurst

Midhurst South Street early 1900s

Cobden Birthplace - 4
COBDENs birthplace and home - Dunford House, Midhurst, Sussex - compare this with earlier views to see the extensive alterations: tower, pillars, conservatory and portico! Date: 1804

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Welcome to Midhurst, a charming town nestled in the heart of Sussex. This poster showcases the iconic Spread Eagle Hotel, a historic landmark that has been welcoming guests for centuries. As you explore this area, you'll come across a map from 1652 depicting the manor of Woolbeding, offering a glimpse into the rich history of this region. Sports enthusiasts will be delighted to learn about the Midhurst Stoolball Team, showcasing their passion and dedication to this traditional English sport. The British countryside comes alive as locals are captured cutting chestnuts, highlighting the timeless rural traditions that still thrive here. A picturesque cottage near Midhurst invites you to imagine peaceful country living amidst stunning natural beauty. Take a step back in time with an early 1900s photograph capturing West Street's bustling atmosphere – a testament to its enduring charm throughout history. Rumbolds Hill stands tall as another prominent feature in Midhurst's landscape. Its captivating views and historical significance make it an ideal spot for exploration and reflection. Nearby Henley offers breathtaking vistas of South Downs within reach of this vibrant town. Don't miss out on visiting Cowdray Ruins during your stay; these ancient remnants tell stories of bygone eras and offer glimpses into our past. And when it's time to unwind after your adventures, indulge yourself at the renowned Spread Eagle Hotel – where comfort meets elegance in true Sussex style. Midhurst is more than just a place; it's an experience that captures both history and nature seamlessly intertwined. Come discover all that this enchanting town has to offer – from its fascinating heritage sites to its idyllic countryside retreats – there truly is something for everyone here in Midhurst.