Domesday Collection

The Domesday Book, Nottinghamshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Nottinghamshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Surrey
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Surrey, including Guildford, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

Domesday Book is Written
The Domesday book is compiled on the orders of William I

The Domesday Map of Surrey

Two monks writing the Domesday Book, 11th Century British History
Vintage illustration, Two monks writing the Domesday Book, 11th Century British History

Domesday Book - the larger volume
English Social History - The Domesday Book - the larger volume. A manuscript record of the Great Survey of much of England and parts of Wales completed in 1086 by order of King William the Conqueror

Public Record Office - Domesday Book and chest
Public Record Office - Domesday Book (two volumes) and chest. A manuscript record of the Great Survey of much of England and parts of Wales completed in 1086 by order of King William the Conqueror

The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of England, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: circa 1085

Sea Front, Cromer - Houses, Church tower, behind beach wall, fishing boat in f/g. Part of Box 145 Boswell Collection - East Coast. Cromer is not mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086

The Rolls House and Public Record Office: 1
THE ROLLS HOUSE AND PUBLIC RECORD OFFICE: 1. The New Record Office; 2. Interior of the Rolls Chapel, with Ancient Monuments to the Masters of the Rolls; 3. Monument to Dr

Domesday Books
DOMESDAY BOOKS

Source Size = 1869 x 1882
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The Chest in which the Domesday Book was Formerly Preserved, 1860 Engraving

Domesday Book, 1860 engraving

The Chest in which the Domesday Book was Formerly Preserved, 1860 Engraving

Domesday Book, 1860 engraving

William I (Vertue 2)
WILLIAM I THE CONQUEROR with sword in front of him. The vignette shows him with the Domesday Book Date: 1027 - 1087

The Domesday Book, Sussex
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Sussex, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Oxfordshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Oxfordshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Lincolnshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Lincolnshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Middlesex
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Middlesex, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Wiltshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Wiltshire and Dorset, spread extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Westminster
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Westminster, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Bedfordshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Bedfordshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Berkshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Berkshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Shropshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Shropshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Buckinghamshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Buckinghamshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Warwickshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Warwickshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book

The Domesday Book, Herefordshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Herefordshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Devon
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Devon, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Birmingham
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Warwickshire including the village of Birmingham, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Suffolk
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Suffolk, extract from the Little Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Hampshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Hampshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Leicestershire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Leicestershire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Yorkshire
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Yorkshire, extract from the Great Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

The Domesday Book, Norfolk
The Domesday Book, a record of the resources and taxable values of the boroughs and manors of Norfolk, extract from the Little Domesday Book Date: c. 1085

England / Worth Matravers
Worth Matravers, a lovely village in Dorset, England. It is mentioned by name in the Domesday Book in 1086. Noted for its fine stone quarries. Date: 1950s

The Rolls House and Public Record Office, London, 1882
Engraving showing a number of views of the Rolls House and the Public Record Office, London, 1882. The images show (clockwise from top left)

William I (Vertue 1)
WILLIAM I THE CONQUEROR holding a sword : lower vignette shows him with the Domesday Book

Domesday Book
THE DOMESDAY BOOK - the earliest surviving public record, a survey of landholding ordered by William I the Conqueror; now housed in the Public Record Office

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"The Domesday Book: A Glimpse into Medieval England's Past" Step back in time with the iconic Domesday Book, a remarkable historical record that offers invaluable insights into medieval England. Commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086, this monumental survey aimed to assess and document the wealth and resources of his newly conquered kingdom. From Nottinghamshire to Surrey, Norfolk to Cromer's seafront, this comprehensive inventory covered every corner of England. It meticulously recorded details about land ownership, population numbers, livestock counts, and even assessed tax obligations for each region. Written by two diligent monks during the 11th century British history era, these dedicated scribes painstakingly transcribed vast amounts of information onto parchment pages. The result? The Domesday Book - an impressive compilation that remains one of our most valuable sources for understanding medieval society. The book itself was divided into two volumes; the larger volume encompassing general surveys while the smaller volume focused on specific areas like Surrey or Norfolk. These records were carefully preserved within chests at the Public Record Office alongside other important documents from throughout history. Today, historians and enthusiasts alike can explore replicas or visit exhibitions showcasing fragments of this extraordinary manuscript. Marvel at maps depicting regions such as Surrey or delve into narratives detailing life in Nottinghamshire during those distant times. As you wander through exhibits featuring ancient rolls housed within Rolls House or Public Record Office walls, let your imagination transport you back to a world where feudalism reigned supreme and knights roamed these lands. The significance of the Domesday Books cannot be overstated; they provide us with unparalleled glimpses into everyday life centuries ago – from agricultural practices to social hierarchies – painting a vivid picture of medieval England's intricate tapestry. So next time you find yourself near Cromer's picturesque seafront or exploring historic sites across Britain remember.