Avebury, The Old Cottages And Lych Gate c.1955
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Photo of Avebury, The Old Cottages And Lych Gate c.1955

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The lychgate entrance to St James' church is a fine roofed wooden gateway built in 1899. Designed by Charles Ponting of West Overton, who was also architect and surveyor for Marlborough College, it was built by the Ponting Brothers of Avebury, along with the Shipway (masons) and Paradise (ironworkers) families. The chimney and wall on the old bakery (left) were removed when the wall collapsed under the weight of the ivy, and a new extension was built.

A Selection of Memories from Avebury

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 Avebury

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Avebury is an interesting place to visit for history, archaeology and garden interests. My wife, Elizabeth, and I saw it on Sunday 24th April in bright hot sunshine when the stones are at their best; brilliantly reflecting sunlight and also casting dark shadows. The nearby Manor House and gardens are very attractive and have amazing amounts of topiary. I also liked the Alexander Keiller ...see more