Basing Collection

English Village Well
A mother and child fetch a pail of water from the well in the village of Old Basing, Hampshire. England. Date: 1930s

Old Basing Church
A painting of a white motor vehicle outside the entrance drive to St. Mary's Church, Old Basing and Lychpit, Basingstoke. Date: circa 1917

Siege of Basing House, Hampshire
The Siege of Basing House, near Basingstoke, Hampshire, during the English Civil War. It was a Parliamentary victory. Date: between 1643 - 1645

The Siege of Basing House, near Basingstoke, Hampshire, during the English Civil War. It was a Parliamentary victory. Three sieges took place, in 1643, 1644 and 1645. Date: 1643-1645

The west front of the Mathematical School, Christs Hospital, 1775. Free school built by Sir Robert Clayton during the reign of King Charles II

Gerard Hall, Basing Lane, London

The Rt. Hon. George Sclater-Booth, M. P c1870. Artist: Faustin
The Rt. Hon. George Sclater-Booth, M.P. c1870. George Limbrey Sclater-Booth, 1st Baron Basing (1826-1894), British Conservative politician. From The London Figaro, by Faustin Betbeder

George Sclater-Booth MP, President of Local Government Board, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
George Sclater-Booth MP, President of Local Government Board, 1878. While a Conservative member of parliament, Sclater-Booth was Secretary to the Poor Law Board

Cpypt under Gerards Hall, Basing Lane, Uk
Cpypt under Gerards Hall, Basing Lane, UK

Cpypt Under Gerards Hall, Basing Lane, UK

Cerberus Fossae, Mars, satellite image

Lear / Nonsense / Basing
There was an Old Person of Basing, whose presence of mind was amazing; He purchased a steed, which he rode at full speed, and escaped from the people of Basing

Basing House / 1645
Basing House, besieged by Parliamentary forces during the Civil War and finally taken by Cromwell in 1645

Old Basing / Hampshire
A scene of Old Basing, Hampshire, with a fisherman in the foreground

Basing House Besieged
BASING HOUSE, a strategically located Royalist stronghold, is attacked periodically by the Parliament army : eventually Cromwell takes it and burns it to the ground

Hampshire / Old Basing
Hampshire scenery: Old Basing, with the church tower at the centre

Old Basing Church / Hants
Old Basing Church, Hampshire

Georg Agricola Bauer
GEORG AGRICOLA BAUER Considered the father of mineralogy, basing writings on observation and enquiry rather than received opinion

Old Basing Cottages
A woman fills her bucket from the well in the village of Old Basing, Hampshire. In 1645, Oliver Cromwells men stormed and captured nearby Basing House in the Civil War

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"Basing: Unveiling the Historical Treasures of an English Village" Step into the enchanting world of Basing, where history comes alive amidst its charming landscapes. Nestled in Hampshire, this quaint village holds secrets that have shaped England's past and continue to captivate visitors today. Begin your journey at the English Village Well, a timeless symbol of community and sustenance. As you draw water from its depths, imagine generations before you who relied on this very source for their daily needs. Next, venture towards Old Basing Church, a testament to faith standing proudly against time's relentless march. Its ancient walls whisper stories of devotion and resilience through centuries gone by. No exploration would be complete without delving into the Siege House during the English Civil War. Feel the echoes of conflict reverberate as you walk among ruins that once bore witness to intense battles fought for power and ideology. For those with a thirst for knowledge, visit The west front of Mathematical School at Christs—a place where young minds were nurtured in pursuit of wisdom. Marvel at architectural splendor while envisioning students immersed in intellectual pursuits within these hallowed halls. Travel beyond Basing's borders to Gerard Hall in London—home to influential figures like George Sclater-Booth MP. Discover his legacy as President of Local Government Board through stunning portraits capturing his essence and impact on society during pivotal times. Delve even deeper beneath Gerards Hall into crypts shrouded in mystery—an underground labyrinth waiting to unveil its secrets. Explore these hidden chambers that hold untold tales from centuries past; let your imagination run wild as you unravel their enigmatic whispers. As we contemplate our place within history, gaze upon Cerberus Fossae—a captivating satellite image revealing Mars' own geological wonders named after our beloved village. Reflect on how human curiosity transcends earthly boundaries and reaches out towards distant horizons.