Thatches Collection

Anne Hathaways Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon, 1890-1900 (chromolitho)
942837 Anne Hathaways Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon, 1890-1900 (chromolitho) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anne Hathaway (1555/56-1623)

Farmer and pig (colour litho)
3643086 Farmer and pig (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Farmer and pig. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Warwickshire Thatches
An early autumn view, showing thatched cottages at Monks Kirby, a village in Warwickshire, England. Date: 1960s

Cotswold Thatches
A row of idyllic thatched cottages at Great Tew, in the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, England. Date: 1950s

Wroxton Thatches
Fine thatched cottages in a picturesque corner of Wroxton, Oxfordshire, England. Date: 1960s

Brownstone Thatches

Selworthy Thatches
Lovely traditional thatched cottages at Selworthy, Somerset, England. Date: 1960s

A man thatches the roof of his house in the town of Lalibela, Ethiopia, Africa

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Step back in time with these enchanting images of thatched roofs, a quintessential symbol of rural England. Anne Hathaway's Cottage in Stratford-upon-Avon, a charming 16th-century dwelling, showcases the classic Warwickshire Thatches. The idyllic scene of a farmer and pig amidst 1890-1900 Cotswold Thatches evokes a sense of tranquility. Wroxton Thatches, with their distinctive brownstone hues, add a touch of elegance to the countryside. Selworthy Thatches in Somerset, captured by William A. Bolton, display the intricate artistry of thatching. Lastly, this man, in the remote town of Lalibela, Ethiopia, Africa, continues the ancient tradition of thatching, showcasing its global appeal. (Joe Graham / SpecialistStock)