Hambledon Collection

Match at Hambledon / 1777
A cricket match at Hambledon, Hampshire. The club was founded in 1750, and beat a strong All-England team in 1777. The early matches were played on Broadhalfpenny Down

The Bat and Ball Public House, Hambledon, 1908
Photograph showing the Bat and Ball Public House at Hambledon, circa 1908. The pub was formerly known as the Broadhalfpenny Hut

Union Workhouse, Hambledon, Surrey
The Hambledon Union workhouse, a building originally erected in 1786 for the united parishes of Bramley, Chiddingfold, Dunfold and Hambledon

Hambledon Water Pump
The old village water pump at Hambledon, Buckinghamshire, England. Date: 19th century

Near Hambledon (watercolour heightened with bodycolour and scratching out)
1766737 Near Hambledon (watercolour heightened with bodycolour and scratching out) by Allingham, Helen (1848-1926); 29.2x38.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Near Hambledon)

Hay bundle in English field, The Chilterns Hambledon UK

English countryside Chilterns Hambledon UK
English countryside Hambledon UK

Hambledon Weir River Thames Hambledon UK
Country cottage River Thames Hambledon UK

Hambledon High Street early 1900s

House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, The South Front (b / w photo)
3650885 House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, The South Front (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, The South Front)

House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Drawing Room (b / w photo)
3650875 House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Drawing Room (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Drawing Room)

The War, the Fleet of Steamers hired by the Government as Transports to convey the Troops to South Africa (litho)
1043230 The War, the Fleet of Steamers hired by the Government as Transports to convey the Troops to South Africa (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War)

House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, The North Front (b / w photo)
3650873 House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, The North Front (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, The North Front)

Under the Old Malthouse, Hambledon, Surrey (watercolour with scratching out)
1766706 Under the Old Malthouse, Hambledon, Surrey (watercolour with scratching out) by Allingham, Helen (1848-1926); 33x24.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Under the Old Malthouse, Hambledon)

Birket Fosters Kitchen, Hambledon, 1863 (pencil & w / c on card)
1213899 Birket Fosters Kitchen, Hambledon, 1863 (pencil & w/c on card) by Cooper, Alfred W. (fl.1850-1901); 17.5x12.5 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Ground Floor Plan (litho)
3650876 House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Ground Floor Plan (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Ground Floor Plan)

House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Dining Room (b / w photo)
3650874 House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Dining Room (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: House at Highdown Wood, Hambledon, Dining Room)

Hambledon workhouse
The Hambledon Union workhouse, originally erected in 1786. The site later became Hambledon Hospital and then Hambledon Homes

Hampshire PO7 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hampshire PO7 4

Waverley GU8 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Waverley GU8 4

The Hambledon Game, (1941). Creator: Unknown
The Hambledon Game, (1941). The village of Hambledon in Hampshire is considered the birthplace of the English game of cricket

Standard Sixteen saloon beside the Cricket Monument, Hambledon, Hampshire, 1930s Artist
Standard Sixteen saloon 1932 2054 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. KV953.. Place: Beside the Cricket Monument, opposite The Bat & Ball, Hambledon. Hants

Standard Sixteen saloon driving down the High Street, Hambledon, Hampshire, 1930s
Standard Sixteen saloon 1932 2054 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. KV953. Place: High Street, Hambledon, Hants

Kitty Brunells Bianchi saloon beside the Cricket Monument, Hambledon, Hampshire
Bianchi Saloon 1930 1287 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. MY3212. Driver: Brunell, Miss. K. Place: Beside the Cricket Monument, opposite The Bat & Ball, Hambledon. Hants

Country cottage River Thames Hambledon UK

Village cottages, Hambledon, Buckinghamshire

Bat And Ball Inn
9th September 1908: The Bat and Ball Inn in Hambledon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Union Workhouse Infirmary, Hambledon, Surrey
Infirmary building at the Hambledon Union workhouse in Surrey

The Hambledon Cricket Memorial, Hampshire, 1922
Photograph of the Memorial unveiled in 1908, by Hampshire County Cricket Captain E.M. Sprot, to mark the site of the Hambledon Cricket Club Ground (circa 1750-1787)

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Step back in time and explore the charming village of Hambledon. Travel to 1777, where a thrilling match at Hambledon captivates both locals and visitors alike. The Bat and Ball Public House, a beloved establishment since 1908, stands as a testament to the village's rich history. Discover the Union Workhouse in Hambledon, Surrey, which served as a place of refuge for those in need. A symbol of compassion and community support. Quench your thirst at the iconic Hambledon Water Pump, providing refreshing relief for generations past. Its presence on Hambledon High Street early 1900s adds character to this picturesque setting. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of old-world charm as you stroll down Hambledon High Street during the early 1900s. Witness daily life unfold against an enchanting backdrop. Marvel at "Near Hambledon, " a stunning watercolor masterpiece that captures nature's beauty surrounding this idyllic village. The artist skillfully brings every stroke to life with body color and scratching out techniques. Experience rural England at its finest with "Hay bundle in English field" situated amidst The Chilterns in Hambledon UK. This serene landscape is sure to transport you to simpler times. Delve into history with glimpses of "House at Highdown Wood. " Through black-and-white photographs, witness both its South Front drawing room's elegance and North Front's timeless grandeur. Reflect on significant events like "The War" through lithographs depicting steamers hired by the government as transports during troop deployments to South Africa from Hambledon's shores. Let your imagination wander through time as you uncover these captivating facets of Hambledon's past. From sporting triumphs to architectural marvels, this quaint village holds stories waiting to be discovered around every corner.