Skelton On Ure, Newby Hall And Grounds c.1965

Photo ref: S135004

Photo ref: S135004

Photo of Skelton On Ure, Newby Hall And Grounds c.1965

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Newby Hall was built by Sir Christopher Wren for the MP of Ripon, Sir Edward Blackett, during the 1690s. A hundred years later Robert Adam was commissioned to alter and redecorate the house as we see today. The statue of the horseman has an intriguing history. Originally it was modelled on the King of Poland, but when the bill for it was not paid, Sir Thomas Vyner brought it to England in 1675. It was then re-carved as a portrait of Charles II, and was erected in London before going to Lincolnshire in 1779. It has been here at Newby Hall since 1883.

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For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Skelton on Ure

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Raf Dishforth

My brother was stationed here during his National Service. I was 9 years old in 1953 and I remember very vividly writing letters to him and receiving the same from him. He thoroughly enjoyed his time there. He was also able, when he got a 48 hour pass, to get a lift home with a potato merchant, who had a depot in Thirsk, and one in Motherwell where we stayed. All Bill had to do was phone them and they would pick ...see more

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Added 28 November 2010

Tank Crossing

Does anyone remember the tank crossing that was built at the River Ure at Bridge Hewick? It was built so that Sherman tanks could practice moving in water for the later Normandy landings in 1944. We used to see them every day as we passed over the bridge on our way to school in Ripon. Has anybody got a photograph of the tanks in the river at that time? If so let me know please with contact details.

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Added 02 April 2010