Romsey Collection

Royal Wedding 1947 - crowds at Romsey
Huge crowd of well wishers waiting in the churchyard of Romsey Abbey to catch a glimpse of the newlywed Princess Elizabeth and Duke of Edinburgh

Maket Square and statue of Palmerston, Romsey, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Royal Wedding 1947 - honeymoon at Broadlands
Broadlands, near Romsey in Hampshire, the home of Earl Mountbatten, where Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh spent the first part of their honeymoon

Wedding of Pamela Mountbatten to David Hicks
Lady Pamela Mountbatten (born 1929), younger daughter of Lord Louis Mountbatten, emerging with her groom, David Hicks (1929 - 1998) from Romsey Abbey during a snowstorm on their wedding day

England, Hampshire, Romsey, Romsey Abbey

Lord Palmerston on the War (engraving)
1608226 Lord Palmerston on the War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Palmerston on the War)

Broadlands, from Ackermanns Repository of Arts, 1825 (colour litho)
STC119578 Broadlands, from Ackermanns Repository of Arts, 1825 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: seat of the Rt. Hon)

Lady Louis Mountbatten - Tatler front cover
The Hon. Mrs Wilfred Ashley (left), Colonel Geoffrey Carr-Glyn and Mrs Ashleys daughter, Lady Louis Mountbatten (1901 - 1960), later Countess Mountbatten of Burma

Grayling time above Romsey on the Test (b/w photo)
5987143 Grayling time above Romsey on the Test (b/w photo) by Barton, Edward Alfred (1864-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grayling time above Romsey on the Test)

England, Hampshire, Test Valley, Romsey, Romsey Abbey

Timsbury near Romsey early 1900's

Medieval painted 11th Century Rood - Romsey Abbey
Medieval painted 11th Century Rood affixed to the exterior wall of Romsey Abbey, Hampshire, adjacent to the Abbess's doorway on the south side of the abbey

Broadlands near Romsey by Terry Whitworth

East Cowes Castle, Isle of Wight, the seat of architect John Nas, 1825 (engraving)
5913001 East Cowes Castle, Isle of Wight, the seat of architect John Nas, 1825 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Broadlands, Romsey, the seat of Henry Temple)

Photograph of Old House At Home PH, Romsey, Hampshire. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

Hackwood Park House, seat of Baron Bolton
Hackwood Park House, Basingstoke, seat of Thomas Orde Powlett, 1st Baron Bolton. Statue of King George I in front of Ionic portico designed by architect Lewis Wyatt

Public arms: Chipping Norton; Romsey; Wigtownshire; Beccles; Cullen (engraving)
6009002 Public arms: Chipping Norton; Romsey; Wigtownshire; Beccles; Cullen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Broadlands, near Romsey, Hants, the Country Seat and Birthplace of Lord Palmerston (engraving)
1610687 Broadlands, near Romsey, Hants, the Country Seat and Birthplace of Lord Palmerston (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Broadlands, near Romsey)

Broadlands
LLM457687 Broadlands by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Broadlands. Illustration for Pictureque Views of Seats by F O Morris (William Mackenzie)

The Burning of Queenwood College, near Romsey, Hants, on 10 June (b / w photo)
1629835 The Burning of Queenwood College, near Romsey, Hants, on 10 June (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning of Queenwood College)

Broadlands Hampshire (engraving)
816331 Broadlands Hampshire (engraving) by Neale, J.P. (1771/80-1847) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Broadlands House near Romsey, Hampshire)

Statue of Lord Palmerston at Romsey (engraving)
1611235 Statue of Lord Palmerston at Romsey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of Lord Palmerston at Romsey)

Test Valley SO51 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Test Valley SO51 8

Test Valley SO51 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Test Valley SO51 7

Romsey Abbey, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Romsey Abbey, 1898. Originally built in the 10th century, as part of a Benedictine foundation, Romsey Abbey was the parish church for the market town of Romsey until the dissolution

Broadlands, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Broadlands, 1898. Grade I listed English country house near Romsey in Hampshire, with formal gardens Grade II listed, Queen Elizabeth II

Broadlands, Romsey, Hampshire, England. The country seat and birthplace of Lord Palmerston. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

Common Earth-star (Geastrum triplex) mature fruiting body, exoperidium has split to reveal inner spore sac, growing amongst leaf litter, Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, Hampshire, England

Fairy Inkcap (Coprinellus disseminatus) fruiting bodies, group growing on decaying logs, Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, Hampshire, England, November

Magpie Fungus (Coprinopsis picacea) fruiting body, with raindrops hanging from edge of cap, Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, Hampshire, England, November

Union Workhouse, Romsey, Hampshire
The Union workhouse on Winchester Road, Romsey, Hampshire. Some of the workhouse staff appear to be playing croquet while workhouse inmates are seated on benches behind

Romsey Road, Shirley, Hampshire
Romsey Road, Shirley, Southampton, near Millbrook, Hampshire, England. Date: 1900s

Ramsey Church
The splendid Norman tower of St. Michaels Church, Romsey, Essex, England. Date: 11th - 12th century

Source Size = 3851 x 2484
East Front of the Abbey Church, Romsey

Source Size = 3864 x 2487
Reception of Viscount Palmerston at Romsey

Source Size = 2092 x 2492
Dr. Beddome, Mayor of Romsey, Hants. from a Photograph by Maull and Polyblank

Upright Coral Fungus (Ramaria stricta) fruiting body, growing on decaying twigs, Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, Hampshire, England, November

Broadlands, home of Mountbatten family, Romsey, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, europe

Horse and foal in a car park, Ireland
A horse and its foal in a pub car park in Ireland. (1 of 3) Date: 1966

Romsey Abbey Church
Romsey Abbey, Hampshire, England, was founded by Edward the Elder. Here is shown the fine West Front edifice, erected by Henry de Blois of Winchester, in 1125. Date: founded 907

Derelict Station
The platform of a derelict Victorian railway station near Romsey in Hampshire, England. Date: 1970s

England / Romsey
The picturesque town of Romsey, Hampshire, England, gateway to the New Forest and also notable for its Norman Abbey

Romsey Fire Brigade
The Romsey Fire Brigade display some of their fire- fighting techniques

Fire Brigade & Engine
The Romsey Fire Brigade and their horse pulled engine

Statue of Palmerston, with flowers, Romsey, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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Romsey, a charming town in Hampshire, England, holds a rich history and captivating landmarks that have left an indelible mark on its identity. One notable event etched in Romsey's past is the Royal Wedding of 1947, where crowds gathered to celebrate this momentous occasion. The Market Square stands as a testament to the town's bustling atmosphere, adorned with a statue of Palmerston, symbolizing Romsey's connection to influential figures. It also played host to another royal honeymoon at Broadlands, adding an air of romance and prestige to this picturesque location. Not only did it witness grand weddings but also witnessed the union between Pamela Mountbatten and David Hicks. Love truly knows no boundaries in Romsey. The spirit of pride resonates within the hearts residents like Amanda Orchard and Iveta Holyland who proudly showcased their Russian Toy named Pride at Crufts 2023 held in Birmingham. Their triumph reflects the dedication and passion embedded within this community. Romsey Abbey serves as a spiritual sanctuary for locals and visitors alike. Its medieval painted 11th Century Rood adds an ethereal touch to this architectural masterpiece, reminding us of centuries gone by when faith was deeply cherished. Lord Palmerston's presence looms large over Romsey through engravings depicting his stance on war - a reminder that even amidst peace-loving communities like Romsey; there are those who shape history with their convictions. As we delve deeper into Romsey's past through Ackermanns Repository of Arts' color litho from 1825 showcasing Broadlands' beauty; we realize how time has shaped this enchanting place while preserving its timeless allure. Lady Louis Mountbatten graced Tatler magazine's front cover from her residence near Timsbury early in the 1900s - highlighting not only her elegance but also shedding light on the aristocratic influence that permeated through these lands during that era.