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Petworth Collection

"Exploring the Rich History and Natural Beauty of Petworth" Step back in time to 1932, where lambs frolic in the snow at Soanes Farm

Background imagePetworth Collection: Lambs in Snow at Soanes Farm, Petworth, 1932

Lambs in Snow at Soanes Farm, Petworth, 1932
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N5530

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth Scout Group, 1943

Petworth Scout Group, 1943
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N22515

Background imagePetworth Collection: On the Lake at Petworth - Evening, 1909. Artist: JMW Turner

On the Lake at Petworth - Evening, 1909. Artist: JMW Turner
On the Lake at Petworth - Evening, 1909. From The Water-colours of J. M. W. Turner, text by W. G. Rawlinson and A. J. Finberg. [Avalon Press, London, 1909]

Background imagePetworth Collection: Tree Planting Ceremony - May 1938

Tree Planting Ceremony - May 1938
Druids planting oak tree ceremony near Petworth. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N16859

Background imagePetworth Collection: PETWORTH - 1920

PETWORTH - 1920
High Street, Petworth, West Sussex

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth Church 1940S

Petworth Church 1940S
The Parish Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Petworth, West Sussex. The original building dates back to the 14th century, extensively rebuilt in 1827 by Sir Charles Barry

Background imagePetworth Collection: England, West Sussex, Petworth, Petworth House

England, West Sussex, Petworth, Petworth House

Background imagePetworth Collection: Lombard Street, Petworth early 1900's

Lombard Street, Petworth early 1900's

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth Lombard Street early 1900s

Petworth Lombard Street early 1900s

Background imagePetworth Collection: St Augustines Chair, Canterbury Cathedral (colour photo)

St Augustines Chair, Canterbury Cathedral (colour photo)
3093815 St Augustines Chair, Canterbury Cathedral (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Augustines Chair, Canterbury Cathedral)

Background imagePetworth Collection: Asiatic Monarch, from a statue at Petworth (engraving)

Asiatic Monarch, from a statue at Petworth (engraving)
5200720 Asiatic Monarch, from a statue at Petworth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Asiatic Monarch, from a statue at Petworth)

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth Park, Sussex (coloured engraving)

Petworth Park, Sussex (coloured engraving)
3620544 Petworth Park, Sussex (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Petworth Park, Sussex. After JMW Turner.); © Look and Learn

Background imagePetworth Collection: Milton Keynes MK8 9 Map

Milton Keynes MK8 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Milton Keynes MK8 9

Background imagePetworth Collection: Chichester GU28 0 Map

Chichester GU28 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Chichester GU28 0

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth Park, 1835. Creators: Unknown, William Westall

Petworth Park, 1835. Creators: Unknown, William Westall
Petworth Park, 1835. Grade I listed country house, rebuilt in 1688 by Charles Seymour and known for an art collection made by George Wyndham

Background imagePetworth Collection: Alfred Holden, Colhook Common, Northchapel

Alfred Holden, Colhook Common, Northchapel
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Kevis/1/H493 Walter Kevis Collection c1876-1908

Background imagePetworth Collection: Station Master at Petworth Station, May 1946

Station Master at Petworth Station, May 1946
The station master in his uniform standing on the platform in front of the sign for Petworth station, West Sussex. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N26472

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth VJ celebrations, 15 August 1945

Petworth VJ celebrations, 15 August 1945
Mrs Tunks tea-party for the people of Petworth Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N25226

Background imagePetworth Collection: Ploughing for barley at Crawford Farm, Balls Cross

Ploughing for barley at Crawford Farm, Balls Cross
Three Moling tractors, February 1957 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N47908

Background imagePetworth Collection: Charley Haslett, Bignor Park ( Big Park ), Bignor

Charley Haslett, Bignor Park ( Big Park ), Bignor
West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Kevis/1/H194 Walter Kevis Collection c1876-1908

Background imagePetworth Collection: Royal Counties Show, Leconfield Estate. June 1962

Royal Counties Show, Leconfield Estate. June 1962. Scrapbook p71. George Garland Collection, West Sussex Record Office, Ref No: Garland N61900

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth House, Sussex

Petworth House, Sussex
Distant view of Petworth House, Sussex, seat of the Earl of Egremont Date: circa 1830

Background imagePetworth Collection: Horse and cart Angel Street, Petworth 1932

Horse and cart Angel Street, Petworth 1932
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N5484

Background imagePetworth Collection: School & Petworth Union Workhouse, Wisborough Green, Sussex

School & Petworth Union Workhouse, Wisborough Green, Sussex
The Petworth Union workhouse (far centre) and a local school (near right) at Wisborough Green, Sussex. The workhouse was one of three operated by Petworth Union

Background imagePetworth Collection: Flint and brick barn at Riverhill Farm, Byworth, Fittleworth, West Sussex

Flint and brick barn at Riverhill Farm, Byworth, Fittleworth, West Sussex
David Johnston Collection 1985-2000 West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Slides-10114-1763

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth - Young boy checking his directions on a signpost

Petworth - Young boy checking his directions on a signpost
Petworth, West Sussex - A young boy checking his directions on a signpost. Date: circa 1930s

Background imagePetworth Collection: The Village, Duncton, Sussex

The Village, Duncton, Sussex
The Village, Duncton, Chichester, near Petworth, Sussex, England. Date: 1920s

Background imagePetworth Collection: The Bridge, Stopham, Sussex

The Bridge, Stopham, Sussex
The Bridge, Stopham, Pulborough, near Petworth, Sussex, England. Showing The United Inn - Now The White Hart Date: 1930s

Background imagePetworth Collection: Ron Jeens Dance Orchestra with West Sussex Constabulary - April 1948

Ron Jeens Dance Orchestra with West Sussex Constabulary - April 1948
Band members with policemen in uniform in the foreground George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N29748

Background imagePetworth Collection: House in Petworth, 1910

House in Petworth, 1910
Front view of an old house on a sloping road Photographic Collection, West Sussex Record Office, Ref. PH 26116/191

Background imagePetworth Collection: Turkeys at South Farm, Petworth

Turkeys at South Farm, Petworth
George Garland Collection, West Sussex Record Office, Ref No: Garland N4934

Background imagePetworth Collection: Lewis Gunners. East Yorks Regiment sitting talking to young child, August 1936

Lewis Gunners. East Yorks Regiment sitting talking to young child, August 1936 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N13378

Background imagePetworth Collection: Royal Scots Greys riding up Duncton Hill, August 1936

Royal Scots Greys riding up Duncton Hill, August 1936 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N13377

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth Thanksgiving Service, 13th May 1945

Petworth Thanksgiving Service, 13th May 1945
In a Petworth street, Vicar and other clergy conducting the service from the back of a lorry. Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N24795

Background imagePetworth Collection: Home Guard Stand-Down Petworth

Home Guard Stand-Down Petworth
Home Guard of Petworth marching through square. R.S.Austen & Co. in background. December 1944. Photography by George Garland. Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N24109

Background imagePetworth Collection: Petworth Ploughing Match, October 1937

Petworth Ploughing Match, October 1937
Photography by George Garland. Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N15866

Background imagePetworth Collection: Listening in

Listening in
A rustic, probably Petworth, 1920s Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N585

Background imagePetworth Collection: ENGLAND: STATELY HOME. Petworth House, West Sussex, with grounds landscaped by Lancelot Capability

ENGLAND: STATELY HOME. Petworth House, West Sussex, with grounds landscaped by Lancelot Capability Brown. Wood engraving, 19th century

Background imagePetworth Collection: Accident to a lorry

Accident to a lorry at the bridge at Coultershaw mill, Petworth 1922 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N236

Background imagePetworth Collection: Workhouse and Church Wisborough Green, Sussex

Workhouse and Church Wisborough Green, Sussex
A view of the Petworth Union workhouse (centre) and parish church at Wisborough Green, Sussex. Date: circa 1910

Background imagePetworth Collection: TURNER: PETWORTH LAKE. Petworth Lake at Sunset. Oil on canvas, c1829

TURNER: PETWORTH LAKE. Petworth Lake at Sunset. Oil on canvas, c1829, by Joseph Mallord William Turner

Background imagePetworth Collection: Sack mending, a slack time job on the farm, 1933

Sack mending, a slack time job on the farm, 1933
Photograph by George Garland Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N6662

Background imagePetworth Collection: PETWORTH - 1912

PETWORTH - 1912
Petworth Station, West Sussex



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"Exploring the Rich History and Natural Beauty of Petworth" Step back in time to 1932, where lambs frolic in the snow at Soanes Farm, creating a picturesque scene that captures the charm of Petworth. During World War II in 1943, the brave members of the Petworth Scout Group stood united, embodying resilience and camaraderie amidst challenging times. The renowned artist JMW Turner immortalized Petworth's serene landscapes with his masterpiece "On the Lake at Petworth - Evening" in 1909. His brushstrokes perfectly captured the tranquility that still envelops this enchanting town today. In May 1938, a tree planting ceremony took place, symbolizing growth and community spirit within Petworth. The roots planted then continue to flourish as a testament to unity and environmental stewardship. Transport yourself to early 20th-century Petworth through vintage photographs like "PETWORTH - 1920, " showcasing its timeless architecture and vibrant streets bustling with life. Petworth Church stands as an architectural gem from the 1940s, representing faith and heritage deeply rooted within this close-knit community. Lombard Street holds memories of yesteryears; its early-1900s charm preserved through photographs that capture both its humble beginnings and enduring character. Petworth House is a crown jewel nestled within West Sussex's stunning landscape—a grand estate steeped in history that invites visitors to step into another era while exploring its magnificent halls. From afar but no less captivating is St Augustine's Chair at Canterbury Cathedral—its vibrant colors beckoning you closer for an immersive experience rich with religious significance. Delve into artistry beyond paintings with an engraving depicting Asiatic Monarch—a statue found within Petworth—an exquisite example of how culture intertwines seamlessly with nature here. Lastly, immerse yourself in nature's splendor by visiting Petworth Park.