Archaeological history of Twickenham

Following on from my recent post: 10 reasons to visit Twickenham, here is a brief history of the area.

PRE-NORMAN

Excavations have revealed settlements in the area dating from the Early Neolithic, possibly Mesolithic periods. Occupation seems to have continued through the Bronze Age, the Iron Age and the Roman occupation.

neolithic artefacts

The area was first mentioned (as . . . → Read More: Archaeological history of Twickenham

10 reasons to visit Twickenham

Twickenham – one of a number of villages that form the Royal Borough of Richmond, Twickenham is a delightful place to spend a day. If you have not yet been there, then here are 10 reasons why you should visit.

old map in the Twickenham Museum showing Twickenham

 

 

CHURCH STREET – The principal way through Twickenham, Church . . . → Read More: 10 reasons to visit Twickenham

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tea at the Happy Potter

and what a happy place it turned out to be! I went across to Teddington on Friday to meet up with Patriona of Guide2Richmond for tea and a catch up. I had not been to Teddington before so it was an opportunity for me to explore a new . . . → Read More: …..the gossip is free at the Happy Potter

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