News from Hedgerley Historical Society
John Lovelock, the secretary of the HHS has kindly forwarded the programme for the next few months. If you are interested in attending please contact John on jdlovelock@btinternet.com
History of Cranford Park 15th January
Hedgerley Wassail 18th January
Burnham Abbey Tour 24th January
Mudlark Walk 3rd May
Mikron 17th June
History of Cranford Park – Paul McGarrity
Wednesday 15th January 2025 8pm Hedgerley Memorial Hall
Cranford Park in the London Borough of Hillingdon has been the site of human occupation for over 2000 years. This talk looks at the history of the site, the history of archaeological excavations undertaken there, and the results of the most recent investigations. Paul McGarrity is the Community Engagement Officer for Cranford Park. He has 13 years of experience working in archaeology both in the UK and internationally.
Zoom Link: Topic: HHS: History of Cranford Park
Time: Jan 15, 2025 07:30 PM London
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89002393162?pwd=dlgzEaZ61qvaoahElHSYOKcqrSa4pE.1
Please note You will see the slides and hear (but not see) the speaker. During the presentation your microphone will be muted but will be unmuted at the end offering you the opportunity to ask questions. Alternatively use the chat facility and your question will be read out to the speaker and the zoom audience.
Hedgerley Wassail – Saturday 18th January 2025
The event will commence outside the White Horse at 2pm with dancing by the Border Morris before they lead a procession up Church Holt to the Glebe Field for the Wassail. There is a Programme available. Wassail – Hedgerley Orchard 2025
Burnham Abbey – a hidden gem. Guided tours for HHS members 24th January and possible 21st February
One of the Committee members (Antony Rodden) is arranging one or possibly two guided tours of this historic South Bucks site. Please see below for more details.
We have a remarkable opportunity to visit the original mediaeval Burnham Abbey. It has been in private hands since it was built as an Abbey in 1266 and was home of the Augustinian Canonesses until the dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII in 1539. The buildings were then adapted to become an Elizabethan house and became a farm which included the old barns in Cippenham. After restoration in the early 20thcentury it became the home of the Society of the Precious Blood from 1916 and is now for sale.
It was originally built by Richard, Earl of Cornwall and King of the Romans. His father was King John and he was brother of Henry III. He was one of the richest men of his time who also built Tintagel Castle, took part in the crusades, was Regent 1252-1254 and fought Simon de Montfort in the second Barons War.
Burnham Abbey is a grade 1 listed building with most of the original buildings.
Before it is sold the Society has generously offered us the opportunity of a unique visit led by one of the Trustees.
There is a limit of 20 people, although there is no charge I suggest a donation of £10 per head to the charity (the SPB are a registered charity). cash on the day please.
A visit at 10.00 am on Friday 24th January has been arranged and if there is sufficient interest another visit can take place at 10.00am on Friday 21st February.
To book please contact Antony Rodden – E mail a.rodden@btinternet.com or phone 07884 292310
