Foxton Collection

"Exploring the Charming Foxton: A Glimpse into its Rich History" Step back in time to the early 1900s

Foxton Collection: Foxton Locks, Grand Union Canal (Staircase locks)

Foxton Locks, Grand Union Canal (Staircase locks) by Alan Firth

Foxton Collection: Harborough LE16 7 Map

Harborough LE16 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Harborough LE16 7

Market Harborough Foxton Locks early 1900s

Foxton Locks, Market Harborough, early 1900s

Foxton Collection: Stockton-on-Tees TS15 0 Map

Stockton-on-Tees TS15 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockton-on-Tees TS15 0

Foxton Collection: Stockton-on-Tees TS21 2 Map

Stockton-on-Tees TS21 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Stockton-on-Tees TS21 2

Foxton Collection: Milton Keynes MK6 3 Map

Milton Keynes MK6 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Milton Keynes MK6 3

Cambridge CB22 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Cambridge CB22 6

Foxton Collection: A Zodiac Man diagram showing the seasons for bloodletting. From Liber Cosmographiae, 1408

A Zodiac Man diagram showing the seasons for bloodletting. From Liber Cosmographiae, 1408. Found in the collection of Trinity College Library, Cambridge

A TROOPERs HORSE IN FOXTON MIRE, autumn manoeuvers 1873

Foxton Collection: North Yorkshire, Filey Sands - Bleriot Light Type Monoplane

North Yorkshire, Filey Sands - Bleriot Light Type Monoplane (likely to have been) of Robert Blackburn, a pioneer of powered flight in the area. Date: circa 1910

Foxton Collection: Functioning windmill still used to mill grain, Foxton, Manawatu, North Island

Functioning windmill still used to mill grain, Foxton, Manawatu, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

All Saints Anglican Church, Foxton, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Meandering River Aln at sunset, Foxton, near Alnmouth, Northumberland, England, UK

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"Exploring the Charming Foxton: A Glimpse into its Rich History" Step back in time to the early 1900s, where Market Harborough's Foxton Locks stood as a testament to human ingenuity. This picturesque location, nestled in the heart of Harborough LE16 7, was a bustling hub along the Grand Union Canal. The Staircase locks at they were a marvel of engineering, allowing boats to navigate through multiple levels with ease. Venturing further north, we find ourselves in Stockton-on-Tees TS15 0 and TS21 2. These maps reveal an intriguing connection to our beloved Foxton - perhaps hinting at shared heritage or namesake inspiration? It sparks curiosity about how these distant places intertwine. Meanwhile, Milton Keynes MK6 3 beckons us towards another facet of Foxton's story. Here lies a functioning windmill that has tirelessly milled grain for generations. Its presence serves as a reminder of both tradition and progress coexisting harmoniously. Traveling even farther east brings us to Cambridge CB22 6, where history takes on an entirely different form. A Zodiac Man diagram from Liber Cosmographiae (1408) captures our attention – showcasing ancient knowledge surrounding bloodletting seasons. Such artifacts remind us that even within small communities like Foxton, diverse interests and pursuits have always thrived. Delving deeper into the past reveals fascinating anecdotes such as autumn maneuvers in 1873 when soldiers traversed treacherous terrain like Foxtone Mire with their trusty steeds by their side – truly embodying bravery and resilience. Finally, let's journey across continents to North Yorkshire's Filey Sands – an unexpected connection emerges. Bleriot Light Type Monoplane graced these very shores; it leaves one wondering if this aircraft ever soared above our own dear Foxton skies.