Books published by Hobnob Press

Winchester city men served and died in all three services and in all theatres of war in the Great War. They joined a wide range of units from home and the colonies. However they have no engraved memorial of their names, unlike those from other towns and villages in Hampshire. Why? Through a brief introduction and reconstructed biographies under their names and their Winchester addresses this book commemorates their sacrifice, repaying a 'Debt of Honour' to these forgotten men a century on. The memorial biographies are accompanied by a reprint of the War Service Register for the city of Winchester which was a record published by the city in 1921 and believed to be a full record of those who served and died.

Winchester city men served and died in all three services and in all theatres of war in the Great War. They joined a wide range of units from home and the colonies. However they have no engraved memorial of their names, unlike those from other towns and villages in Hampshire. Why? Through a brief introduction and reconstructed biographies under their names and their Winchester addresses this book commemorates their sacrifice, repaying a 'Debt of Honour' to these forgotten men a century on. The memorial biographies are accompanied by a reprint of the War Service Register for the city of Winchester which was a record published by the city in 1921 and believed to be a full record of those who served and died.

Comprehensive illustrated history of Sutton Veny, a village and parish near Warminster in south Wiltshire, England, produced as a collaborative effort by a group of local residents.

Gate lodges are amongst the most attractive of all small buildings, full of architectural style to reflect the grand country houses whose entrances they guard. They are easy to spot, nearly all being sited alongside public roads, and they survive in surprisingly large numbers. They are a treasure, both for the appeal of the buildings themselves and for their many historical associations. Yet they are not much studied and not much appreciated, a serious omission from architectural history. This book fills the gap, for Wiltshire at least, with a comprehensive study of all the county's 300 plus lodges. Preliminary chapters describe how gate lodges came about, their architecture and how they developed over time. The lodges to the great estates are described in the context of estate history; a tour of the county highlights many of the most interesting other lodges, and further chapters discuss the lodges to cemeteries, as well as providing insights into the life of the gate lodge keeper. Backing this up is a comprehensive gazetteer for the county, describing every lodge, locating it by parish and grid reference, and giving known details of its history. Wiltshire is well provided with gate lodges and has some of the country's best: with this copiously illustrated book the reader will be equipped not only to understand much more about their history and architecture but also to set out to explore these fascinating and often delightful buildings.Published by Hobnob Press for the Wiltshire Buildings Record

Marlborough and Eastern Wiltshire, first published in hardback in 2001, offers succinct but informative and well researched histories of thirty-four Wiltshire parishes, from Aldbourne in the north to Tidworth in the south and Avebury in the west,including Marlborough, Ramsbury and Ludgershall. These carefully crafted historical essays are complemented by exquisite, specially commissioned illustrations by Michael Charlton, as well as facsimiles of historical maps. For everyone living in the Marlborough area of Wiltshire who is interested in their surroundings and for the region's many enthusiastic visitors, this book, now reissued in paperback for the first time, will become an indispensable companion.

First published in 1991, and out of print for many years, The Vale of Pewsey has become the classic account of the history, buildings and people of the essence of Wiltshire, its geographical centre and emotional heart. John Chandler has been writing about regional history for forty years, and presents an affectionate but solidly informative account of this relatively unexplored but quietly beautiful area of his adopted county. Extending from Devizes and the Lavingtons in the west to Burbage and Savernake in the east, and dominated north and south by the chalk escarpments of the Marlborough Downs and Salisbury Plain, the Vale boasts landscapes and villages of tranquil charm and great historical interest, brought vividly to life in this account. Now thoroughly revised and presented with new colour photography throughout, John's book will persuade a new generation of readers to share his enthusiasm for a very special part of the Wiltshire countryside.

Facsimile reprint, with minor alterations, of the first part of a multi-volume history of Wroughton, near Swindon, Wiltshire, UK, first published in 1982.

Riverwatch is a celebration and insight into the wonders of Britain's diverse river life as it changes with the turn of the seasons. It comprises a collection of vignettes about nature revealing itself month by month to the patient river-watcher, touching upon the many values that rivers confer upon us and pausing for some deeper musings en route. These observations and insights are gleaned from a lifetime in thrall to rivers, enriched by many hours spent beside them as a scientist, naturalist and angler. Author is associate professor of ecosystem services at University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)

The Author takes a journey through the accounts of many musical events in Cheltenham over more than two centuries, and writes about those that he believes were important inestablishing the foundation upon which Cheltenham became home to a music festival of national importance.

Facsimile reprint of a 1922 publication describing the role of Swindon (south-west England) in World War One, including lists of servicemen killed and of those who served.

Detailed history of rugby football matches played by teams, other than the Gloucester Rugby club itself, at the club's ground, Kingsholm in Gloucester. Sequel to Kingsholm, Castle Grim: home of Gloucester Rugby (2016). The second of a projected five volumes describing all aspects of the club.

New edition of William Beckford's first published work, of 1780, with introduction by Robert J. Gemmett, and annotations, illustrations and a bibliography. The work is a satire which criticizes the excesses of schools of painting, particularly the Dutch and Flemish, and an extended parody of prominent biographies of artists.

A light hearted account of life in an English country house in the late1900s and early 2000s, where the Guise family (one of the oldest familiesin England) lived - deeply committed to their local community. . . andprobably the last time the house will ever be used as a family home.

This is a detailed history of the union workhouse in Devizes, Wiltshire, and its subsequent history as St James's hospital, with details of buildings and people associated with it. It includes the setting up of the Devizes Union, the child inmates, the guardians and staff, health issues and mortality, vagrants, and the later history with reminiscences.

Anthology of writing about Christmas and midwinter festivities in Wessex, defined as Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire, counties in southern England. Includes descriptive and editorial material about Christmas customs, beliefs and traditions.

The story of a newspaper like no other, written and printed every week for over forty years in the remote South Wiltshire village of Bowerchalke by its remarkable vicar, the Revd Edward Collett. Rex Sawyer, acclaimed Wiltshire author, lived for many years in Collett's former vicarage and found the remains of his printing activities, among much else, buried in the garden. The discovery led him to search out the newspapers and to reveal the fascinating social history told in its pages, of a village as it responded to the relentless changes of English rural life and the catastrophe of the First World War. Accompanied by many of Collett's photographs, preserved in albums in the village, this is a beautifully and touchingly written book. First published (as The Bowerchalke Parish Papers) in 1989, it was long out of print, until in 2004 for this new edition Rex thoroughly revised the text, included more photographs, and added an epilogue bringing Bowerchalke's story up to date. The 2004 edition became a local classic, and is now reissued in paperback for the first time. It is certain to enchant a new generation of readers now that almost a century has passed since Revd Collett's death.

Official history of Gloucester Rugby Club from its foundation in 1873 to 2016, and of its ground at Kingsholm, acquired in 1891. Profusely illustrated throughout, mainly in colour, and drawing heavily on documentary sources and memories. The first of a projected five volumes describing all aspects of the club.