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  • The Purchase of Turvey

    The Purchase of Turvey

    29/10/2018
    The 5th Earl of Peterborough decided to sell his estates in Turvey in 1786. The sale was divided into 6 lots. The six lots are described together with the purchaser and the price paid.
  • Charles Higgins: The Grocer who purchased Turvey

    Charles Higgins: The Grocer who purchased Turvey

    06/10/2018
    The article details the apprenticeship of Charles Higgins to his uncle Joseph Kilpin and the establishment of his own business. The proceeds from this wholesale grocery business provided the wealth for the purchase of part of the Turvey Estate.
  • Jonah and his "Partner"

    Jonah and his "Partner"

    31/08/2018
    How Jonah and his partner came to be placed in the Mill Stream by Turvey Bridge
  • All Saints’ Church Organ

    All Saints’ Church Organ

    22/08/2018
    The history of the Hill organ in All Saints Church, from its presentation to the church in 1838, up to the present day.
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  • Sara Jenkins on An Edwardian Childhood at Picts Hill (1)

    31/12/2020
    Thank you Claire. I’m afraid I got a bit sidetracked researching epidemics in Turvey (!) so the second article has...
  • Claire Praill on An Edwardian Childhood at Picts Hill (1)

    30/12/2020
    We’ve lived at Picts Hill Lodge since 2014 and would love to read your next article once it’s added!
  • Sara Jenkins on Bushmead Priory

    12/11/2020
    I’m afraid we are unable to help with your request. The paintings were made available to Turvey History Society for...
  • Anthony Deaves on Bushmead Priory

    10/11/2020
    Is it possible to get a copy of Higgin's print of Bushmead Priory as I work on the restoration of...
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