Norreys Collection

The Great Hall, Ockwells Manor, Berkshire, 1924, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294575 The Great Hall, Ockwells Manor, Berkshire, 1924, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Letter sent by King Philip II to City Council of La Coruna
Philip II (1527-1598). King of Spain. Letter sent by King Philip II to the City Council of La Coruna thanking the city for its resistance to the English siege

The English Armada. Statement of causes which moved the chief commanders of the Navy of Her Most Excellent Majesty the Queen of England on the Voyage and Expedition to Portugal

Ephemeris expeditionis Norreysii & Draki in Lusitaniam
The English Armada. Ephemeris expeditionis Norreysii & Draki in Lusitaniam. Account of the expedition of Francis Drake and John Norris in 1589 against the Spanish-Portuguese ports

Siege of Corunna by the English Armada, 1589
Diary and relation of the siege of Corunna by the English Armada, 1589, by Captain Juan Varela. Manuscript, facsimile of the 19th century. From the Royal Galician Academy. Maria Pita House Museum

The north-east gable of the principal elevation, Ockwells Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294577 The north-east gable of the principal elevation, Ockwells Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The parlour, Ockwells Manor, Berkshire, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294576 The parlour, Ockwells Manor, Berkshire, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

The service wing, Ockwells Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo)
CLF294578 The service wing, Ockwells Manor, from The English Manor House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Sir Henry Norris picks up Anne Boleyns handkerchief, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c
STC373612 Sir Henry Norris picks up Anne Boleyns handkerchief, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Stewart

Sir Philip Sidney at Zutphen, 1586, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Sir Philip Sidney at Zutphen, 1586, (1890). Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586) Elizabethan poet, courtier, scholar, and soldier was shot in the thigh at the Battle of Zutphen

Sir Philip Sidney and the Dying Soldier, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Miss Norreys, British actress, 1887. Artist: Ernest Barraud
Miss Norreys, British actress, 1887. A photograph from The Theatre, A Monthly Review, Volume X, July to December, 1887, Carson & Comerford, London, 1887

The Great Hall, Ockwells Manor, 1924-1926. Artist: HN King
The Great Hall, Ockwells Manor, 1924-1926. Ockwells Manor is a timber-framed manor house near Maidenhead, Berkshire. It dates from the 15th century, when the house was rebuilt by its owner

Lily Brayton in Count Hannibal, by Asche and Norreys Connell
Count Hannibal by F. Norreys Connell and Oscar Asche. Photograph of Lily Brayton as Clotilde in Count Hannibal. Lily Brayton (23 June 1876 30 April 1953)

Oscar Asche as Count Hannibal, by Asche and Norreys Connell
Count Hannibal by F. Norreys Connell (b. 1874) and Oscar Asche (1871 - 1936) from the novel by Stanley John Weyman (1855-1928) written in 1901

ROBIN GOODFELLOW, THE NEW PLAY AT THE GARRICK THEATRE: 1. Valentine Barbrook
" ROBIN GOODFELLOW, " THE NEW PLAY AT THE GARRICK THEATRE: 1. Valentine Barbrook (Mr. John Hare): " There, and you will be silent then." 2. Grace Barbrook (Miss K)

CLEMENT HALE Mr. Bernard Gould SWEET LAVENDER Miss Norreys SWEET LAVENDER AT TERRY S, play in london, UK, britain, united kingdom, u.k. great britain, 1888 engraving

Robin Goodfellow
robin Goodfellow, The New Play At The Garrick Theatre: 1. Valentine Barbrook (mr. John Hare): " there, And You Will Be Silent Then." 2. Grace Barbrook (miss K. Rorke) And Hugh Rokeby (mr)

CLEMENT HALE Mr. Bernard Gould SWEET LAVENDER Miss Norreys SWEET LAVENDER AT TERRY S, play in london, UK, britain, united kingdom, u.k. great britain, 1888 engraving

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"Norreys: A Tapestry of History and Legacy" Step into the grandeur of The Great Hall at Ockwells Manor, Berkshire in 1924, where echoes of a bygone era resonate. This stately manor, captured in timeless black and white photographs from "The English Manor House, " stands as a testament to the enduring allure of Norreys. Delve into the annals of history and uncover the fascinating tale behind Norreys. From King Philip II's letter to the City Council of La Coruna, which sparked intrigue during The English Armada, to the daring Ephemeris expeditionis Norreysii & Draki in Lusitaniam - this name weaves its way through pivotal moments. Immerse yourself in the Siege of Corunna by the English Armada in 1589; witness bravery etched on every stone. Picture standing beneath Ockwells Manor's north-east gable, marveling at its architectural splendor that has withstood centuries. Journey further within these hallowed walls and discover hidden treasures like The Parlour - a space steeped in elegance and whispers from days gone by. Explore The Service Wing, an integral part of Ockwells Manor's functionality throughout history. Intriguing figures emerge from our narrative tapestry - Sir Henry Norris gently picking up Anne Boleyn's handkerchief amidst political turmoil; Sir Philip Sidney immortalized for his valor at Zutphen; or even Miss Norreys herself - a British actress who graced stages with her talent back in 1887. As you delve deeper into Norreys' story, let your imagination soar alongside these historical threads. Feel their weight upon your shoulders as you become immersed in their triumphs and tribulations. Let us celebrate this rich heritage that continues to captivate hearts across time.