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Aylesford Collection

"Aylesford: A Picturesque Village Steeped in History and Natural Beauty" Discover the charm of Aylesford, a quaint village nestled in the heart of Kent, England

Background imageAylesford Collection: The Bridge & Church, Aylesford, Kent

The Bridge & Church, Aylesford, Kent
The Bridge & Church, Aylesford, Maidstone, Kent, England. Date: 1950s

Background imageAylesford Collection: Aylesford, near Maidstone, Kent, 19th century. Artist

Aylesford, near Maidstone, Kent, 19th century. Artist
Aylesford, near Maidstone, Kent, 19th century

Background imageAylesford Collection: View across River Medway to village and church, Aylesford, Kent, England

View across River Medway to village and church, Aylesford, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageAylesford Collection: Preston Hall Hospital, Aylesford, Kent

Preston Hall Hospital, Aylesford, Kent
Preston Hall Hospital, Aylesford, near Larkfield, Kent, England. Date: 1920s

Background imageAylesford Collection: Pilgrims Way

Pilgrims Way
The Pilgrims Way, near Aylesford, Kent, England, which was used by pilgrims on their way to Canterbury. Date: 1950s

Background imageAylesford Collection: Kit's Coty House

Kit's Coty House
3732365 Kit's Coty House; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Kit's Coty House, the remains of a Neolithic chambered long barrow. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageAylesford Collection: Kit's Coty House

Kit's Coty House
5312017 Kit's Coty House; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Kit's Coty House a chambered long barrow located near to the village of Aylesford, Kent)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Kit's Coty House

Kit's Coty House
5312018 Kit's Coty House; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Kit's Coty House a chambered long barrow located near to the village of Aylesford, Kent)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Kit's Coty House

Kit's Coty House
3740642 Kit's Coty House; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Kit's Coty House, the remains of a Neolithic chambered long barrow. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageAylesford Collection: Kit's Coty House

Kit's Coty House
3740640 Kit's Coty House; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Kit's Coty House, the remains of a Neolithic chambered long barrow. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageAylesford Collection: At the paper mills of Messrs. Albert E. Reed and Co. at Aylesford, Kent

At the paper mills of Messrs. Albert E. Reed and Co. at Aylesford, Kent, where the yearly output of newsprint is 850, 000 miles of paper with a width of five feet

Background imageAylesford Collection: Kits Coty House near Maidstone, Kent

Kits Coty House near Maidstone, Kent
Kits Coty House, the remains of a chambered long barrow located near to the village of Aylesford, Kent. Date: circa 1901

Background imageAylesford Collection: Aylesford on the Medway, 1879 (Watercolour)

Aylesford on the Medway, 1879 (Watercolour)
7261488 Aylesford on the Medway, 1879 (Watercolour) by Goodwin, Albert (1845-1932); 32x49.5 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Aylesford on the Medway, near Maidstone, Kent)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Aylesford bridge, 1907 (Watercolour)

Aylesford bridge, 1907 (Watercolour)
7261441 Aylesford bridge, 1907 (Watercolour) by Gardner, William Biscombe (1847-1919); 17.5x24.5 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: Aylesford bridge, near Maidstone)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Aylesford (colour litho)

Aylesford (colour litho)
3101342 Aylesford (colour litho) by Haslehust, Ernest William (1866-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aylesford. Illustration for Our Beautiful Homeland series (various)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Rambling Sketches, Mid Kent (engraving)

Rambling Sketches, Mid Kent (engraving)
1591562 Rambling Sketches, Mid Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rambling Sketches, Mid Kent)

Background imageAylesford Collection: The Typhoid Epidemic at Maidstone (litho)

The Typhoid Epidemic at Maidstone (litho)
1597981 The Typhoid Epidemic at Maidstone (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Typhoid Epidemic at Maidstone)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Kitts Cotty House, Kent (engraving)

Kitts Cotty House, Kent (engraving)
3649066 Kitts Cotty House, Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kitts Cotty House, Kent. This curiosity is situated about one mile north of Aylesford)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Allington Castle (engraving)

Allington Castle (engraving)
2793603 Allington Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allington Castle. Illustration for The History and Legends of Old Castles And Abbeys)

Background imageAylesford Collection: The Earl of Aylesford (colour litho)

The Earl of Aylesford (colour litho)
613399 The Earl of Aylesford (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earl of Aylesford, Charlie Aylsford, 25 September 1907, Vanity Fair cartoon)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Scenes from Kent (litho)

Scenes from Kent (litho)
6030957 Scenes from Kent (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes from Kent.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Background imageAylesford Collection: Preston Hall (engraving)

Preston Hall (engraving)
816367 Preston Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preston Hall, Kent, the seat of the Reverend Joseph Milner)

Background imageAylesford Collection: Visitors to the Aylesford Paper Mills, near Maidstone, Kent

Visitors to the Aylesford Paper Mills, near Maidstone, Kent. Over fifty prominent advertising agency men saw the making of " Daily Mirror" paper

Background imageAylesford Collection: Preston Hall in Aylesford, in the County of Kent, from Edward Hasted s, The History

Preston Hall in Aylesford, in the County of Kent, from Edward Hasted s, The History and Topographical Survey of the County of Kent, vols. 1-3, 1777-90

Background imageAylesford Collection: Tonbridge and Malling ME20 7 Map

Tonbridge and Malling ME20 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tonbridge and Malling ME20 7

Background imageAylesford Collection: The Birmingham Mail near Aylesbury, the guard Banbury proceeding with the bags, 1837 (1907)

The Birmingham Mail near Aylesbury, the guard Banbury proceeding with the bags, 1837 (1907). Artist: Robert Havell
The Birmingham Mail near Aylesbury, the guard Banbury proceeding with the bags 1837. Mail coach drawn by two horses stuck in a snowdrift, with three other horsemen coming to the rescue

Background imageAylesford Collection: Kits Coty house, Kent, 1892

Kits Coty house, Kent, 1892
Kits Coty House, Kent, 1892. Kits Coty House or Kits Coty is the name of the remains of a Neolithic chambered long barrow on Bluebell Hill near Aylesford in Kent

Background imageAylesford Collection: A Celtic bronze bucket

A Celtic bronze bucket from Aylesford, Kent

Background imageAylesford Collection: Churches / Aylesford / 1810

Churches / Aylesford / 1810
The church at Aylesford, Kent. Date: Circa 1810

Background imageAylesford Collection: Aylesford Kent

Aylesford Kent
The bridge over the Medway at Aylesford, Kent. Date: 1829

Background imageAylesford Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Ex, Libris, Earl, Aylesford, Packington, Warwickshire, Subject

Drawings Prints, Print, Ex, Libris, Earl, Aylesford, Packington, Warwickshire, Subject
Drawings and Prints, Print, Ex Libris of the Earl of Aylesford, Packington, Warwickshire, Subject, Artist, Heneage Finch, 2nd Earl of Aylesford, Anonymous, British, 18th century, British, 1683-1759

Background imageAylesford Collection: Heneage Finch 4th Earl of Aylesford, British (1751-1812), At Tenby, 1790s?, pen and gray

Heneage Finch 4th Earl of Aylesford, British (1751-1812), At Tenby, 1790s?, pen and gray and brown ink with gray and brown wash over graphite on laid paper

Background imageAylesford Collection: Aylesford Old Bridge and village on River Medway, Aylesford, Kent, England, United Kingdom

Aylesford Old Bridge and village on River Medway, Aylesford, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageAylesford Collection: Village and medieval bridge over the River Medway, Aylesford, near Maidstone, Kent, England

Village and medieval bridge over the River Medway, Aylesford, near Maidstone, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageAylesford Collection: Packington Hall, Warwickshire

Packington Hall, Warwickshire
Deer and sheep relax in the grounds of Packington Hall, Warwickshire, the seat of the Earl of Aylesford Date: circa 1830

Background imageAylesford Collection: England / Aylesford

England / Aylesford
Aylesford, Kent, England. The 14th century stone bridge over the River Medway, has one central arch and six smaller arches. Date: 1939

Background imageAylesford Collection: Strood Union workhouse

Strood Union workhouse
The derelict buildings of the Strood (formerly North Aylesford) Union workhouse, erected in 1837 on Gun Lane in Strood. Date: Date unknown



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"Aylesford: A Picturesque Village Steeped in History and Natural Beauty" Discover the charm of Aylesford, a quaint village nestled in the heart of Kent, England. With its iconic landmarks such as The Bridge & Church, this idyllic setting offers a glimpse into the region's rich heritage. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking views across River Medway to the village and church, where time seems to stand still. The 19th-century artwork captures the essence near Maidstone, showcasing its timeless allure. Preston Hall Hospital stands as a testament to Aylesford's commitment to healthcare excellence. This renowned institution has played an integral role in serving the community for generations. Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims along Pilgrims Way, an ancient route that winds through picturesque landscapes surrounding Aylesford. Experience a sense of serenity as you traverse this historic path. Kits Coty House near Maidstone is another gem worth exploring during your visit to Aylesford. This Neolithic monument holds secrets from centuries past and invites you on a journey back in time. Witness industrial prowess at Messrs. Albert E. Reed and Co. 's paper mills located within Aylesford itself. These bustling mills have been instrumental in shaping both local economy and history. Transport yourself back to 1879 with "Aylesford on the Medway, " capturing vibrant watercolor strokes that bring life to this charming village scene. Similarly, "Aylesford bridge" showcases artistic talent while highlighting architectural beauty. Experience an explosion of colors with "Aylesford (colour litho), " depicting vibrant scenes that reflect everyday life within this thriving community captured by talented artists throughout history like those featured in "Rambling Sketches. " While not all moments are idyllic, historical accounts like "The Typhoid Epidemic at Maidstone (litho)" remind us of challenges faced by communities in the past, highlighting their resilience and strength.