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Chedhams Yard
The yard is a former 19th century
blacksmith’s and wheelwright’s workshop, hidden away in the centre
of the village of Wellesbourne in Warwickshire. The yard
was owned and run by seven generations of the Chedham family, and
the last of those who worked there, Bill Chedham, still lives in the
village. The yard is crammed with tools, some objects made on the
site and the materials to make them. Never having had the benefit of
running water or electricity, the yard is an outstanding example of
traditional working methods and tools. In its heyday the yard served
the local agricultural community, with a philosophy of making the
best of whatever was available. Following the award of a £1m grant
the yard plans to re-open in 2010 after extensive work is completed.
For full
information click here to visit the Chedhams Yard web site.
The photo's below were
all taken by © Derek Billings at an open day in August 2005.
Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne in 2005 |
Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne in 2005 |
Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne in 2005 |
Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne
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Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne
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Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne
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Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne
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Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne
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Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne
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Chedhams Yard Wellesbourne
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Bill Chedham at Chedhams
Yard Wellesbourne in 2005 |
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