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Gregory Gregory Esq. arrives

Posted on March 11, 2015 by harlaxtoncollegelibrary

“Gregory Gregory, Esq. of Hungerton, arrived at his residence near Grantham on Friday week, after a three years’ residence in France and Italy. He is about to commence the erection of a splendid mansion on his estate at Harlaxton, of … Continue reading →

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Gatehouse doors

Posted on March 3, 2015 by harlaxtoncollegelibrary

An engraving by the Manor Gatehouse door (inside the McCarthy flat) says “1863 March 3 This door hung by J Coy”. James Coy, Joiner, (1830-1907) is listed as living in Gregory’s Alms Houses in the 1861 census, with wife Mary … Continue reading →

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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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