Newspaper image © The British Library Board. All rights reserved. With thanks to The British Newspaper Archive (www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk) Transcript of newspaper ...
Many postcards of Aldermaston published in the first few decades of the twentieth century.
10 September 1847 – 23 May 1929 Lord of the Manor: 1893-1929 Aldermaston Court Charles Keyser bought Aldermaston Court in 1893, it is ...
Another view of the lofty foyer. the right-hand door opens onto the library and the exit of the left leads to the gallery where the stained glass windows of the saints are to be found.
Catalogue record: AH.0677
A first view of the library. The centre panel of the end wall is a concealed door, disguised as bookshelves.
Catalogue record: AH.0673
One of two views, possibly of the Breakfast Room. Note the electric light fittings.
Catalogue record: AH.0671
A view of the lofty foyer or entrance hall- the upstairs balconies are just visible.
Catalogue record: AH.0676
Another view (as above 02) possibly of the Breakfast Room
Catalogue record: AH.0672
A view of the magnificent tomb.
Catalogue record: AH.0683
A further closeup of the eastern, altar wall after renovation. It can be seen that the Annunciation roundel has already been moved to its present location.
Catalogue record: AH.0685
A closer view of the eastern end of the church. The blank rectangle is simply the marble flagstone floor.
Catalogue record: AH.0684
One of several group portraits which include Charles Keyser (front row, striped blazer holding a cricket bat), then a group of ladies (members of his family?), other worthies- and members of the Cricket team.
Catalogue record: AH.0686
Another richly-furnished room, also featuring a billiard table as can be seen in the next photo but one.
Catalogue record: AH.0679
A splendid gathering of early 20th Century motorists with their hornless carriages. Not a number plate to be seen- and did one of each party have to walk ahead with a red flag?
Catalogue record: AH.0670
A view of the church interior facing east, after Keyser's refurbishment. The "tortoise" stove seen in pre-renovation photos has been removed.
Catalogue record: AH.0682
A splendid billiard table with electric lighting, in the same room judging by the ceiling and furniture.
Catalogue record: AH.0681
A second view of this ornate and comfortable room
Catalogue record: AH.0680
Another view of the foyer. The archway on the right leads to the staorcase.
Catalogue record: AH.0678
A third view of the great library, including a piano.
Catalogue record: AH.0675
Another view of the huge library.
Catalogue record: AH.0674