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Oak Spindles from StaircaseThese oak spindles were taken as souvenirs by two boys in the 50s. Years later they let us photograph them but would not meet us. Since both men passed away they are now lost forever.
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Stone StatueOnce part of a fireplace in Marple Hall, now a garden ornament somewhere in Marple.
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Postcard sent by Richard Isherwood (front)The front of a postcard sent to cousin Thomas Isherwood by Richard in 1934, which presumably dates the tennis court. From Marple Local History Society Archives.
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Mrs Isherwood MiniatureA portrait miniature c1790 by John Barry (fl. 1784-1827, London) of a lady identified--on a label--as "Mrs. Isherwood of Marple." Believed to be Mary, daughter of Thomas Orrel of Mobberley, Cheshire, who married Thomas Isherwood (subsequently Bradshaw-Isherwood) in 1766. Mary was christened at Mobberley in 1744 and died (at Marple?) in 1797. Image provided by a private collector in Texas.
(4 votes)
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The site of Marple HallThe site of Marple Hall today is a quiet and peaceful greenspace with some spectacular trees and shrubs.
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Stones Roof SpikesLook at any of the old photos of Marple Hall and you will spot these ornamental roof spikes.
(3 votes)
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