Christchurch, The Priory 1900

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The Church, seen across the combined waters of the Avon and Stour on their way to the sea, is a commanding feature of the scenery. Roger Flambard, the Bishop of Durham and the king`s trusted adviser, began this largely Norman building towards the end of the 11th century. After his death in 1128, further construction was undertaken in the 13th and 14th centuries, culminating in the building of the west tower in the 15th century. In the Dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII, the Priory was destroyed, but the church was handed over to the parish.

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Fishing & Folk Clubs

During the mid '70's I spent many happy school holidays in Christchurch. My brother, Colin, worked at the MoD base (Signals Research & Development) nearby. He had lodgings with a Mrs Alison in the town. There was a direct coach route from where I lived in Somerset at the time. Whilst he was at work, the days were my own. A friend of his lent me his 10 speed racer (luxury at the time) & I ...see more

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The Ferryman Edward Gregory

The Ferryman in this photo of Blackwater Ferry is my two times great grandfather; Edward Gregory. Former Hampshire County Police Constable, Edward took over the running of the Ferry and the Tea Rooms (it used to sell beer too) on his retirement from the Police force, along with his wife Jane. The Ferry was an important quick route into Bournemouth, via Holdenhurst.