Chalfont St Giles Collection

Miltons Cottage at Chalfont St Giles, Bucks (bodycolour on paper)
1214051 Miltons Cottage at Chalfont St Giles, Bucks (bodycolour on paper) by Foster, Myles Birket (1825-99); 21.0x14.4 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

County Map of Buckinghamshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

John Milton dictating Paradise Lost to his daughter (colour litho)
977847 John Milton dictating Paradise Lost to his daughter (colour litho) by Reid, Stephen (1873-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Milton dictating Paradise Lost to his daughter)

The Residence of Thomas Elwood, the Friend of Milton, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire (engraving)
7179152 The Residence of Thomas Elwood, the Friend of Milton, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire (engraving) by English School

Miltons Cottage at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, where he stayed during the Plague of London (b / w photo)
5989061 Miltons Cottage at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, where he stayed during the Plague of London (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The blind Milton dictating to his daughters at his home at Chalfont (litho)
977846 The blind Milton dictating to his daughters at his home at Chalfont (litho) by Fanfani, Enrico (fl.1847-61); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, with Miltons Cottage (engraving)
1594904 Sketches at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, with Miltons Cottage (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire)

Miltons Cottage at Chalfont St Giles (engraving)
1592214 Miltons Cottage at Chalfont St Giles (engraving) by Railton, Herbert (1857-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miltons Cottage at Chalfont St Giles)

Church Gateway, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire (b / w photo)
3093909 Church Gateway, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church Gateway, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire)

The crossroads at the Pheasant Inn Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire. 17th August 1928

The crossroads at the Pheasant Inn Chalfont St Giles looking west from London Road, the clearance of cottage in foreground permits widening of junction, Buckinghamshire. 17th August 1928

Plumtree, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire. Circa February 1929

South Buckinghamshire HP8 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Buckinghamshire HP8 4

Chalfont, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Chalfont, c1910. The House in which Milton finished " Paradise Lost". Population, 4, 560. English poet John Miltons cottage in Chalfont St. Giles, Buckhinghamshire

Miltons cottage, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, 1895. The home of the English poet John Milton and the place where he wrote his famous poem Paradise Lost

View of the residence of Elwood, friend of John Milton, at Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire, 1840. Thomas Elwood, an early Quaker, was secretary to the poet John Milton (1608-1674)

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Chalfont St Giles, a quaint village nestled in the heart of Buckinghamshire, holds a rich history that captivates all who visit. The picturesque Milton's Cottage stands as a testament to the literary genius of John Milton, where he sought refuge during the devastating Plague of London. With its bodycolour on paper rendering and enchanting charm, this cottage transports you back to an era when words flowed from Milton's pen. As you explore further, a County Map from 1777 unveils the intricate tapestry of Buckinghamshire's landscape, and is here that Thomas Elwood resided, known as Milton's friend and confidant. An engraving immortalizes his residence, forever linking him to the legacy of Paradise Lost. In another litho masterpiece, we witness John Milton dictating his magnum opus to his daughter. Despite his blindness, he found solace within these walls at Chalfont St Giles—a place where creativity flourished amidst adversity. Sketches bring us closer still to this idyllic village; Miltons Cottage takes center stage once more in an exquisite engraving. Its presence evokes inspiration and awe for those who recognize its significance in literary history. The Church Gateway beckons with its timeless beauty captured through black-and-white photography—an entrance into both spirituality and heritage. And as we delve deeper into South Buckinghamshire's map marked HP8 4, we discover hidden gems awaiting our exploration. A glimpse into Chalfont circa 1910 reveals an unknown creator's vision—perhaps capturing moments lost but not forgotten. Finally, a photograph from 1895 showcases Miltons Cottage standing proudly against time—a symbol of resilience and endurance. Chalfont St Giles invites us on a journey through time—to immerse ourselves in the footsteps of great minds and embrace their legacies etched upon these hallowed grounds.