Devizes Collection

Asylum Lodge, Devizes, Wiltshire
The entrance lodge to the County Lunatic Asylum at Devizes, Wiltshire opened in 1851. In 1924 it was renamed Wiltshire County Mental Hospital, then in 1948 renamed Roundway Hospital

Picture No. 10741259
Devizes Locks, Wiltshire Date:

The Market Cross, Devizes, Wiltshire. The cross bears the salutary tale of Ruth Pierce, accused of cheating some buyers at the market, which led to her mysterious death

Pans Lane Halt, c. 1960s
This photograph was taken in the 1960s and shows the view looking east at Pans Lane Halt which was on the Devizes branch line. The halt opened in 1929 and served the south of Devizes in Wiltshire

Devizes Station, c. 1900
This image shows Devizes station in Wiltshire, c.1900. The footbridge, signal box and station buildings can all be seen. The station opened in July 1857 and closed in 1966

County Map of Wiltshire, 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

Great Britain, England, Wiltshire, Devizes, Kennet and Avon Canal, Caen Hill Locks

John Poins or John Poyntz (ca. 1485 ð 1544). English broker and politician, Member of Parliament for Devizes
FLO4645920 John Poins or John Poyntz (ca. 1485 ð 1544). English broker and politician, Member of Parliament for Devizes. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Francis Bartolozzi after Hans Holbein

Devizes, Kennet and Avon Canal, Caen Hill Locks
A GWR Publicity view of the famous Caen Hill Locks on the Kennet and Avon Canal, at Devizes, Wiltshire

St Mary the Virgin church, Bishops Cannings, Devizes, England, United Kingdom

Devizes High Street early 1900s

High Street, Devizes early 1900's

1832 Victorian Map of Devizes

1840s Victorian Map of Wiltshire

Public arms: Stockbridge; Ely; Accrington; Devizes; Romney (engraving)
6008913 Public arms: Stockbridge; Ely; Accrington; Devizes; Romney (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stockbridge; Ely; Accrington; Devizes; Romney)

Stephens soldiers rubbed with honey at Devizes, 1920s (litho)
833043 Stephens soldiers rubbed with honey at Devizes, 1920s (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927); Private Collection; (add.info)

Review of Yeomanry Cavalry by the Prince of Wales at Devizes, Wilts (b / w photo)
1604304 Review of Yeomanry Cavalry by the Prince of Wales at Devizes, Wilts (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Members of the House of Commons, Heroes of the Conflict (b / w photo)
1100115 New Members of the House of Commons, Heroes of the Conflict (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the House of Commons)

Stone near Devizes, Wiltshire (colour photo)
3094775 Stone near Devizes, Wiltshire (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stone near Devizes, Wiltshire)

Types of windows (litho)
6013412 Types of windows (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Types of windows. Illustration for The Harmsworth Encylopaedia (c 1922).); © Look and Learn

Celebrating the Abolition of Turnpike-Gates at Devizes (engraving)
1611463 Celebrating the Abolition of Turnpike-Gates at Devizes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Celebrating the Abolition of Turnpike-Gates at Devizes)

Kennet SN10 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Kennet SN10 1

Romano-British rendering of Roman God Mars, 3rd century
Roman period. Romano-British rendering of Roman God Mars, 3rd century. Bronze Statuette from cSouthbroom, Wiltshire. British Museum

Farmer Feeding Calf - Woodborough Farm, Woodborough, Wiltshi
Farmer Feeding Calf - Woodborough Farm, Woodborough, Pewsey, near Devizes, Wiltshire, England. Date: 1920

Wiltshire Downland
A cyclist on a tandem stops to take in the lovely Wiltshire Dowland, near Devizes, Wiltshire, England. Date: 1930s

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Devizes, a historic town nestled in the heart of Wiltshire, holds a wealth of intriguing sights and stories. Asylum Lodge stands as a testament to its past, an imposing structure that once housed those seeking solace. The Market Cross, an iconic landmark, has witnessed centuries of bustling trade and community gatherings. In Picture No. 10741259, we catch a glimpse of Pans Lane Halt in the 1960s—a snapshot frozen in time. Devizes Station takes us even further back to the turn of the century when steam locomotives chugged along its tracks. Traveling back even further through history, we encounter County Map of Wiltshire from 1777—an intricate tapestry showcasing Devizes' place within Great Britain's landscape. Moving closer to home is England's gem—Wiltshire—and within it lies Devizes with its captivating Kennet and Avon Canal adorned by Caen Hill Locks. Stepping onto Devizes High Street in the early 1900s feels like entering another era—a vibrant thoroughfare filled with shops and bustling activity. A parallel image reveals High Street during the same period—an enchanting scene that captures daily life unfolding before our eyes. Delving deeper into history brings us face-to-face with Victorian maps—the 1832 depiction revealing Devizes' layout while the 1840s map showcases Wiltshire's grandeur. Finally, we return to where we started—the mesmerizing Kennet and Avon Canal intertwining with Caen Hill Locks—a sight that epitomizes both beauty and engineering marvels found within this charming town called Devizes.