Monthly Archives: December 2014

Annual rejoicing of the Manor, 1843

Posted on December 29, 2014 by harlaxtoncollegelibrary

“The twelfth annual rejoicing at the progress of this magnificent building took place on Saturday evening … at the Golden Lion Inn, Harlaxton, where a treat was given by Gregory Gregory, Esq. to the workmen and others employed, amounting to … Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve at the Manor

Posted on December 22, 2014 by harlaxtoncollegelibrary

“The fine old English gentleman who owns the splendid mansion and fine estate of Harlaxton Manor*, with his usual liberality, gave to each of his labourers on Christmas eve, roast and boiled, according to the number in family.” Grantham Journal, … Continue reading →

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Miss Reynard goes visiting

Posted on December 4, 2014 by harlaxtoncollegelibrary

The sighting of a fox running behind the Lion Terrace in the Manor gardens earlier this week brought to mind the following: On Saturday 24 September, 1870 the Grantham Journal reported “On Friday last, Mr Chatterbrook, the house steward of Harlaxton … Continue reading →

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