Abbot John Whethamstede’s Chronicle of the Abbey of St Albans
Abbot John Whethamstede's Register aka Chronicle of his second term at the Abbey of St Albans, 1451-1461, is a remarkable text that describes his first-hand experience of the beginning of the Wars of the Roses including the First and Second Battles of St Albans, 1455 and 1461, respectively, their cause, and their consequences, not least on the Abbey itself. His text also includes Loveday, Blore Heath, Northampton, the Act of Accord, Wakefield, and Towton, and ends with the Coronation of King Edward IV. In addition to the events of the Wars of the Roses, Abbot John, or his scribes who wrote the Chronicle, include details in the life of the Abbey such as charters, letters, land exchanges, visits by legates, and disputes, which provide a rich insight into the day-to-day life of the Abbey, and the challenges faced by its Abbot.
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Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water is in Ashford-in-the-Water, Derbyshire [Map], Churches in Derbyshire.
Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. The Church dates from the 12th century. While some 13th-century parts remain – notably the south door with its original Norman decorative stone arch tympanum featuring carvings of a wild boar and other creatures, and also parts of the west tower
Parish Priests of Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]:
Interior of Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map].
Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. "Memory of Charles McAllister, son of Niel and Margaret Shannon of Liverpool, who died [of scarlet fever] at Ashford, October 3rd 1853 aged 4 years."
Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. Memorial to Henry Watson of Bakewell who died 24th October 1786.
After 1856. Memorial to Reverend William Galley Giles of Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map].
After 1866. Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. Memorial to members of the Cavendish family: Henry George Cavendish, Arthur Cavendish and Walter Frederick Cavendish (age 21) who 'died in their parents lifetimes'.
Henry George Cavendish: On 24th May 1836 he was born to George Henry Cavendish and Louisa Lascelles.
Arthur Cavendish: On 12th December 1841 he was born to George Henry Cavendish and Louisa Lascelles. On 13th March 1858 Arthur Cavendish died.
Walter Frederick Cavendish: On 6th November 1844 he was born to George Henry Cavendish and Louisa Lascelles. On 26th November 1866 Walter Frederick Cavendish died.
1880. North Aisle West Window at Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map].
After 23rd September 1880. Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. Memorial to George Henry Cavendish (deceased).
The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy
The Gesta Normannorum Ducum [The Deeds of the Dukes of Normandy] is a landmark medieval chronicle tracing the rise and fall of the Norman dynasty from its early roots through the pivotal events surrounding the Norman Conquest of England. Originally penned in Latin by the monk William of Jumièges shortly before 1060 and later expanded at the behest of William the Conqueror, the work chronicles the deeds, politics, battles, and leadership of the Norman dukes, especially William’s own claim to the English throne. The narrative combines earlier historical sources with firsthand information and oral testimony to present an authoritative account of Normandy’s transformation from a Viking settlement into one of medieval Europe’s most powerful realms. William’s history emphasizes the legitimacy, military prowess, and governance of the Norman line, framing their expansion, including the conquest of England, as both divinely sanctioned and noble in purpose. Later chroniclers such as Orderic Vitalis and Robert of Torigni continued the history, extending the coverage into the 12th century, providing broader context on ducal rule and its impact. Today this classic work remains a foundational source for understanding Norman identity, medieval statesmanship, and the historical forces that reshaped England and Western Europe between 800AD and 1100AD.
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Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. Memorial to Alan Deane Tinsleyy who died 13th May 1915.
After 24th December 1929. Memorial to George Jobson Marples at Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map].
Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. Window the gift of Alice Tinsley who died 28th December 1942.
After 1945. Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. Memorial to William Cavendish, Sampson Lynes Gratton and Robert Harris. And War Memorial for the First World War.
The bells at Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map] were dedicated 20th October 1954.
Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]. Pulpit soundboard repaired and reinstated im memory of Thomass Nadauld Nugent Brushfield died 1993.
On 28th October 2000 a Quarter Peal of 1260 Plain Bob Doubles was completed at Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map]:
2001. Memorial Window for William and Kitty Oliver who lived and worshiped at Holy Trinity Church, Ashford-in-the-Water [Map] for many years.
