Chippenham Collection

The Strand, Calne, Wiltshire
The Strand, Calne, near Chippenham, Wiltshire, England. Date: 1941

County Map of Wiltshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

River Avon, Chippenham, c. 1930
A view looking north west up the River Avon in the market town of Chippenham. The row of cottages to the left of the photograph are in what is called Common Slip

Chippenham, c. 1930
A view looking south east over the market town of Chippenham, probably from the railway embankment. Most of the buildings still stand on what is New Road and Foghamshire

Lacock Abbey, Lacock, Chippenham, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom

Chippenham Market early 1900s

The Market, Chippenham early 1900's

Chippenham John Cole's Park early 1900s

John Coles Park, Chippenham early 1900's

High Street, Chippenham early 1900's

Chippenham High Street and Town Bridge early 1900s

1840s Victorian Map of Wiltshire

Grittleton House, near Chippenham, Wilts (engraving)
5213232 Grittleton House, near Chippenham, Wilts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grittleton House, near Chippenham, Wilts, Mr James Thomson, Architect)

Condensed milk factory, Chippenham, Wiltshire (coloured photo)
5999880 Condensed milk factory, Chippenham, Wiltshire (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Condensed milk factory, Chippenham, Wiltshire)

Festivities at Chippenham, Opening of the Cheese-Market (engraving)
1096876 Festivities at Chippenham, Opening of the Cheese-Market (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Festivities at Chippenham, Opening of the Cheese-Market)

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

New Members of the New House of Commons (engraving)
1603419 New Members of the New House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the New House of Commons)

Chippenham Mill, 1809 (oil on canvas)
450186 Chippenham Mill, 1809 (oil on canvas) by Barker, Benjamin (1776-1838); 107x84.5 cm; The Holburne Museum, Bath, UK; eHolburne Museum; English, out of copyright

The Armorial Bearings of Edward Chaddock Lowndes, Esquire of Castle Combe, Chippenham (colour litho)
2798986 The Armorial Bearings of Edward Chaddock Lowndes, Esquire of Castle Combe, Chippenham (colour litho) by English School

The Tower of Lacock Abbey, before February 1845. Creator: William Henry Fox Talbot
The Tower of Lacock Abbey, before February 1845

Wiltshire SN15 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wiltshire SN15 3

Wiltshire SN15 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wiltshire SN15 1

Monmouthshire NP25 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Monmouthshire NP25 3

Ely CB7 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Ely CB7 5

Alfred the Great, Disguised as a Harper, Playing Before Guthrum, (878), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Alfred the Great, Disguised as a Harper, Playing Before Guthrum, (878), 1890. Alfred the Great (c847-899) King of Wessex 871-c886 and King of the Anglo-Saxons c886-899

Fossils in Jurassic rocks from Chippenham, Wiltshire. Now in the British Museums collection

Driver and Fireman on King George Vs footplate, 1950
Driver Sid Cannon and Fireman Wally Osbourne on the footplate of King George V at Chippenham in 1950

Chippenham Station, Wiltshire, 1899
This photograph shows Chippenham station in Wiltshire in 1899 with the overall roof and passengers on the platforms. Chippenham station opened in 1841

Wheatenhurst Union Workhouse, Eastington
The Wheatenhurst Union workhouse at Chippenham Platt, Eastington, Gloucestershire. The main building (right) has a greenhouse attached. A large pond is in the foreground

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The waterfall known as the Cascade on the Bowood Estate in Wiltshire in summer

Railway Station, Hullavington, Wiltshire
Railway Station, Hullavington, Chippenham, near Stanton St Quintin, Wiltshire, England. Great Western Railway Date: 1915

Vicarage, Chittoe, Wiltshire
Vicarage, Chittoe, Bromham, near Chippenham, Wiltshire, England. Date: 1907

Foxhunting - Badminton Meet, Ford, Wiltshire
Foxhunting - Badminton Meet, Ford, Chippenham, Wiltshire, England. Date: 1912

Church Street, Lacock, Wiltshire
Church Street, Lacock, Chippenham, near Corsham, Wiltshire, England. Date: 1921

Thatched Cottages, Sandy Lane Village, Wiltshire
Thatched Cottages, Sandy Lane Village, Chippenham, near Derry Hill, Wiltshire, England. Date: 1920s

Advertisement for Dunelt Alloy and Straight Carbon Steels, Wharf Steelworks, Chippenham Street, 1939
Image from The City of Sheffield Commercial Handbook and Illustrated Guide, 1939 (Local Studies 914.274 S)

View from above the tunnel, Box

Interior of Box Tunnel

Box Tunnel west front

Snowdrops - clump of flowers growing on a bank in a churchyard. Wiltshire, England
DK-134 Snowdrops - clump of flowers growing on a bank in a churchyard. Wiltshire, England. David Kilbey contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Europe, England, Chippenham. An old wooden door welcomes visitors to a thatched-roofed cottage in Chippenham, Wiltshire, England

Chippenham Union Workhouse, Wiltshire

England / Castle Combe
Castle Combe, which lies in a deep hollow in the Wiltshire Downs, some six miles from Chippenham. It is claimed to be one of Englands loveliest villages

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Chippenham, a charming town nestled in the heart of Wiltshire, England, has a rich history that dates back centuries. The Strand, Calne, Wiltshire is one of its iconic landmarks that showcases the town's architectural beauty. As you wander through the streets of Chippenham, you can't help but be captivated by its old-world charm. Looking at the County Map of Wiltshire from 1777, it becomes evident that Chippenham has been an integral part of this region for centuries. Its strategic location made it an important hub in Europe during various periods in history. Transporting ourselves to the early 1900s, we catch glimpses Market and The Market Square bustling with activity. It was a vibrant place where locals gathered to trade goods and socialize. John Cole's Park also stood as a tranquil oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life. The High Street and Town Bridge were focal points in Chippenham during this time period. These snapshots take us back to an era when horse-drawn carriages traversed these streets while people went about their daily routines. Exploring further into history, we come across a Victorian map from the 1840s which reveals how much Chippenham has evolved over time while still retaining its unique character. This map serves as a testament to the town's resilience and adaptability. A significant feature that runs through the picturesque River Avon. In c. 1930 photographs capture its serene beauty alongside quaint riverside buildings - reminding us why nature plays such an essential role in this idyllic setting. Chippenham continues to thrive today as it embraces both its historical roots and modern developments. With each passing year, new chapters are added to its storybook-like narrative – making it a destination worth exploring for those seeking heritage combined with contemporary allure.