Abbotsbury Collection

Abbotsbury Station, Dorset, c. 1900
A view of Abbotsbury Station in Dorset, c.1900, showing groups of passengers on the platform and a small locomotive with carriage at the station. Abbotsbury station opened in 1885 and closed in 1952

Adult Adder (Vipera berus) basking on pebble beach. Abbotsbury, Dorset, UK, March

Aerial view of St Catherine's Chapel and Chesil Beach, Abbotsbury, Dorset, England. Winter (January) 2024.

St Catherine's Chapel near Abbotsbury ona sunny winter evening, Dorset, England. Winter (January) 2024.

St Catherine's Chapel near Abbotsbury on a sunny winter evening, Dorset, England. Winter (January) 2024.

Aerial view of Chesil Beach and the Fleet lagoon near Abbotsbury on a cold winter day, Dorset, England. Winter (January) 2024.

A view of the Abbotsbury swannery
5307272 A view of the Abbotsbury swannery.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a view of the Abbotsbury swannery, Dorset, tucked in behind the shelter of the west end of Chesil Bank)

UK, England, Dorset, Abbotsbury, Chesil Beach leading to Portland Bill

England, Dorset, Abbotsbury, A Bevy of Mute Swans at Abbotsbury Swannery

Aerial view of St Catherines Chapel near the village of Abbotsbury, Dorset, England. Winter (January) 2022

St. Catherines Chapel under the Milky Way, Abbotsbury, Dorset, England, UK

Traditional Cafe in Abbotsbury, Dorset, England

St Nicholas Church, Abbotsbury, Dorset, England

Rodden Row village street in Abbotsbury, Dorset, England

St. Catherines Chapel with the Fleet and Chesil Beach, Dorset, England

View towards Abbotsburys St. Catherines Chapel and Chesil Beach, Dorset, UK

Abbotsbury, early 1900s

Abbotsbury, Dorset
An oil painting showing a view of Abbotsbury, a village in Dorset. This was the location of a clash during the English Civil War in 1664, between the Roundheads and the Cavaliers. Date: circa 1918

Garland Day at Abbotsbury, the Neptune Festival (b / w photo)
3091570 Garland Day at Abbotsbury, the Neptune Festival (b/w photo) by Stone, J. Benjamin (1838-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Garland Day at Abbotsbury, the Neptune Festival)

Lord Ilchesters Swannery, Abbotsbury, Dorset (engraving)
1044003 Lord Ilchesters Swannery, Abbotsbury, Dorset (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Ilchesters Swannery, Abbotsbury, Dorset)

The Archaeological Association in Dorsetshire (engraving)
1057415 The Archaeological Association in Dorsetshire (engraving) by Boot, William Henry James (1848-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Archaeological Association in Dorsetshire)

Garland Day at Abbotsbury, Children with Garlands (b / w photo)
3091569 Garland Day at Abbotsbury, Children with Garlands (b/w photo) by Stone, J. Benjamin (1838-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Garland Day at Abbotsbury, Children with Garlands)

The custom of offering floral tributes to Neptune happened every year on the 13th May in Abbotsbury, Dorset, locally known as Garland Day

The Village, Portesham, Weymouth, Abbotsbury, Dorset, England. Date: 1910s

Bracknell Forest RG12 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Bracknell Forest RG12 8

Teignbridge TQ12 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Teignbridge TQ12 2

Peterborough PE2 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Peterborough PE2 5

Milton Keynes MK4 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Milton Keynes MK4 4

Weymouth and Portland DT3 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Weymouth and Portland DT3 4

Ruins of Barn, Abbotsbury Abbey, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Ruins of Barn, Abbotsbury Abbey, 1898. Tithe barn at Abbotsbury Abbey, a Benedictine monastery founded in 11th century by King Cnuts thegn Orc and his wife Tola

Overland 13. 9 hp tourer, Abbotsbury, Dorset, 1930s. Artist: Bill Brunell
Overland 13.9 h.p.tourer. ca 1934 1802 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. XU1613. Place: Abbotsbury, Dorset

Abbotsbury Church early 1900s

The Village, Abbotsbury, Dorchester, England
The Village, Abbotsbury, Dorchester, near Portesham, Dorset, England. Date: 1953

Market Street, Abbotsbury, Dorset
Market Street, Abbotsbury, Weymouth, near Portesham, Dorset, England. Date: 1910s

LORD ILCHESTERs SWANNERY, ABBOTSBURY, DORSET, UK, 1883: 1. Feeding the Swans. 2. Swans Nesting. 3. The Fleet

View to Abbotsbury village
Historic Abbotsbury as viewed from the fields just above the village in Dorset, England

Abbotsbury village, England

Swans Hatching
13th July 1946: A pen waiting for his turn at hatching on the nest he shares with his cob at the ancient swannery at Abbotsbury in Dorset

Abbotsbury Swannery - Chesil Beach, Dorset Date: circa 1910s

Picture No. 10755801
The Fleet, Chesil Beach near Abbotsbury Date:

Picture No. 10741172
England - Aerial view, Abbotsbury, Dorset, Date:

Wessex / Abbotsbury Barn
Wessex scenery: tithe-barn at Abbotsbury, scene of the sheep-shearing in Thomas Hardys novel Far From the Madding Crowd Date: 1906

The Abbey, Abbotsbury, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

St. Catherines Chapel, Abbotsbury, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Swan Eating
A swan reaches for his ration from a metal bucket at the Great Swannery, Abbotsbury, Dorset, England. Date: 1960s

The Great Swannery
Swans on The Great Swannery, Abbotsbury, Dorset, England, situated on the Fleet, beside the Chesil Bank. Date: 1950s

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor) adults, flock feeding at edge of brackish lagoon habitat, The Fleet, Abbotsbury Swannery, Dorset, England, september

St. Catherines chapel, Abbotsbury village, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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Discover the enchanting village in Dorset, England. Immerse yourself in its rich history and breathtaking natural beauty. St. Catherine's Chapel stands tall under the mesmerizing Milky Way, a sight that will leave you awe-inspired. Abbotsbury is not just about ancient landmarks; it is also home to diverse wildlife. Witness an adult adder basking on a pebble beach, showcasing the wonders of nature up close. Marvel at the vibrant sea pea (Lathyrus japonicus), adding bursts of color to the coastal landscape. Travel back in time as you explore Abbotsbury Station, capturing a glimpse into life during the early 1900s. Step into nostalgia with vintage photographs depicting everyday scenes from this charming village. The heart lies within its spiritual center - Abbotsbury Church. Transport yourself to another era as you admire its timeless beauty through snapshots from the early 1900s. Venture further along Chesil Beach leading to Portland Bill and be captivated by its rugged coastline and stunning vistas. Nature lovers will be delighted by a bevy of mute swans gracefully gliding across Abbotsbury Swannery, creating an idyllic scene straight out of a fairytale. For an aerial perspective like no other, witness St Catherine's Chapel against the backdrop of winter skies in January 2022. The ethereal view will leave you breathless once more. Abbotsbury truly encapsulates all that makes England's Dorset region so special - history, nature, and undeniable charm.