Quarr Abbey, Isle of Wight

Old Photos , Historic Maps , Local History Books and Memories of Quarr Abbey

Frith photos prompt happy memories of our personal history, so enjoy this trip down memory lane with our old photos, historic maps, local history books, and memories of Quarr Abbey. Refresh & enjoy your personal memories, or find some that family & friends will love as gifts.

It's free to browse our vintage and retro photographs of Quarr Abbey, but if some spark good memories they are available to buy in a wide range of products, including framed prints, canvas prints and personalised photo gifts including tea towels, mugs, jigsaws, tableware, cushion covers, customised calendars. Don't miss other visitors' Memories and maybe connect with those who have shared their memories - you may even know the names, or learn more about the locality.

Old Photos of Quarr Abbey
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Quarr Abbey in 1874

Quarr Abbey in 1933

Old Maps of Quarr Abbey

Historic Maps of Quarr Abbey and the local area.

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Map of Quarr Abbey in 1895

Map of Quarr Abbey in 1899

Map of Quarr Abbey in 1919

Map of Quarr Abbey in 1945

Map of Quarr Abbey in 1896

Sheet Maps of Quarr Abbey

Historic Folded Sheet Maps of Quarr Abbey and the local area, matching current OS Landranger Sheet Maps.

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Books about Quarr Abbey
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35 photo books on Quarr Abbey and the surrounding area.

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Memories of Quarr Abbey
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The Cavaille Coll Organ

I remember well giving a Recital in the Abbey and playing for the Sunday Mass on this lovely French style instrument. I am informed thar the Organ is now unplayable and will cost many thousands to restore to its original glory. I am looking forward to meeting with the new Prior to see if a way forward can be found to restore this national heritage. Robert Munns (International Concert Organist)

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Catholic Boy Scouts Of Ireland 1st Annual Camp In England

As a 12 year old boy scout from Dublin, Ireland I remember that our troop (the 26th St. Columba's) was the first from Ireland to hold our annual camp outside of Ireland. I remember camping at Quarr Abbey near the Solent. We swam in the Solent and I can remember one day swimming when one of the big liners passed by and we felt the swell from the ship. I remember the monks, ...see more

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Catholic Boy Scouts Of Ireland 1st Annual Camp In England