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History of Teversal
"Teversal is a village and parish in the Mansfield Union, situated on rising ground near the source of the river Meden, four miles west of Mansfield. In 1871 it contained 73 houses and 373 inhabitants." [Wright's Directory of Nottingham and twelve miles round, pub 1874]
Teversal has been known by diverse names over the centuries. At the time of the Domesday Book it was recorded as Tevershalt; in 1204 it was spelt Teversholt and Tevershall by 1216; it has also been known as Tyversholtee (1337), Teversale (1349) and Tevershall (1562). In later years the more common forms were Teversall and Teversal, and the latter is the current spelling. The suffix of 'sal' is from an old Saxon word meaning 'a seat or dwelling, mansion, palace or hall', which indicated that some early landowner had a residence here. In the Domesday Book Teversal is recorded as being part of the lands of Ralph, son of Hubert, who also owned land in Kirkby-in-Ashfield. Ralph had 2 ploughs and one freeman with one bovate. Nine villagers had 3½ ploughs. There was also one mill listed, valued at 16d. The mill was frequently associated with the name 'Newboned', and in 1895 a mill was still in existence in Newbound Lane.
From 1154, the land at Teversal was owned by the Barre family (sometimes spelled 'Barry'). This family continued as Lords of the Manor of Teversal until 1434 when Johannis Barre, the last male in the line, passed the land on to his daughter Christina, who had married into the Greenhalghe family.
The Greenhalghe's remained as
Lords of the Manor until the death
of Christina's grandson Roger in
1562. He willed his lands at
Teversal to his son-in-law Francis
Molyneux, and this family
remained attached to the village
for nearly 150 years.
The Molyneux family was closely
connected with mining, and in
about 1703 Sir John Molyneux
added a 'sough' or drainage ditch
- which, even then, cost about
£20,000. The Molyneux Pit was
the scene of a colliery disaster in
1869, when four men were
drowned after they struck an old
water level.
Finally, in 1830, Henrietta Anna
Howard Molyneux married John
George, the third Earl of
Carnarvon. The Carnarvons were
Lords of the Manor for 99 years,
until the death of Lady Elizabeth
Carnarvon in 1929.
In 1861, Teversal had comprised 69
houses and 351 inhabitants.
St Katherine’s Church,
Teversal Village
"The Church of St. Catherine is of
stone, chiefly in the Norman style,
of which the doorway furnishes
an excellent example, and
consists of chancel, nave, aisles,
south porch and a western
embattled tower with pinnacles,
containing five bells."
[Kelly's Directory of
Nottinghamshire, pub 1900] This
is the only known Grad 1 listed
building in the area.
The name of the church was
originally spelt 'Catherine', after
St Catherine, but over the years,
with the varied spelling ability of
the clergy, it changed to St.
Katherine’s.
In the north wall of the church are
three windows, of a type more
usually found in 15th century
manor houses. Some
archaeologists believe that the
windows came from nearby
Hardwick Hall. In the ruins of the
old hall there are three gaps,
once thought to contain windows.
The measurements of the gaps
are the same as the three
windows of the church.
The church was enlarged by J. Molyneux Esq. in 1617. He built a large family vault under the south aisle, where the Molyneux family were interred. The collection of Molyneux hatchments hanging in the church is said to be the most complete set in any church in the country. In 1877, a stained glass window was put into the chancel to commemorate the Dowager Countess of Carnarvon.
The old parish registers date back to
1571, and are in fair condition.
They include one of the areas
first references to coal mining,
when Ann Wilson, daughter of
John Wilson, a collier, was
baptised in September 1610.
Details of services and contact information for the parish and the church are available here
The Manor House
A 17th century Grade II listed
mansion that inspired DH
Lawrence's Lady Chatterley's
Lover.
The stunning Teversal Manor, near Mansfield, Nottinghamshire is owned by John and the late Janet Marples and they have spent more than a decade restoring it. In DH Lawrence's 1928 tale, Constance Chatterley creeps from Wragby Hall, the home she shares with her paralysed husband Clifford, at night to conduct an affair with gamekeeper Oliver Mellors.
Properly known as Teversal Manor, the six-bedroom house is said to be the inspiration for Wragby Hall in Lady Chatterley's Lover and is referenced many times in the 1928 novel.
The Carnavon Arms
The Carnarvon is located in the
village of Teversal in rural
Nottinghamshire with its country
walks and nearby historic
attractions.
At the heart of the pub is the unique 'Ship Room' where DH Lawrence was claimed to pen the famous 'Lady Chatterley's Lover'. This themed room will offer you the perfect retreat to enjoy a tipple with your friends or enjoy a dish from the delicious menus.
The contrasting decor of the restaurant offers an airy modern twist with a light oak wood floor, chunky ash furniture all finished with stylish Italian fabrics.
At the Carnarvon you can enjoy a relaxed, friendly and informal atmosphere with an extensive menu offering over 70 main course dishes, a wide range of draught beers, bottled lagers and traditional cask conditioned ales, and that's not forgetting the impressive wine list...
The campsite
The award-winning campsite at
Teversal is surrounded by
gloriously varied walking country.
Opposite, the Silverhill Wood
Country Park offers direct access
to the Teversal Trails and miles of
walking and cycling
paths. Further afield the walking
and cycling trails of the
Derbyshire Dales and Peak
District offer more challenges
through ever changing scenery.
Teversal is an established
campsite. Hedges and greenery
pepper the site which boasts
fantastic amenities: auto sensor
power showers, individual
washrooms with shower, toilet
and sink, parent and child
facilities, a well-equipped laundry
and washing up area and
children’s play area. The shop is
well stocked and morning papers
are available. There’s even a
dog/bike shower.
Silverhill Woods Country Park
Silverhill is an artificial hill near
Teversal in Nottinghamshire, and
is one of the highest points in the
county at 204.3 metres (670 ft).
Originally it was a mine spoil
heap on the site of the former
Silverhill colliery which closed in
the 1990s. It was subsequently
landscaped in 2005 by
Nottinghamshire County Council,
with tree planting, numerous
footpaths, and a viewpoint. It is
now known as Silverhill Woods,
and is one of a number of
recreation sites in the area.
These are linked together by
multi-user trails, many of which
incorporate the track beds of
disused railway lines which once
served the various local
collieries.[1][2
Hamlets and Small Towns
Around Teversal
Stanley, Norwood, Wild Hill,
Whiteborough, Stanton Hill,
Skegby
Hardwick Hall, near
Teversal
Hardwick Hall in Derbyshire, is
an architecturally significant
Elizabethan country house in
England, a leading example of
the Elizabethan prodigy house.
Built between 1590 and 1597 for
the formidable Bess of Hardwick,
it was designed by the architect
Robert Smythson, an exponent of
the Renaissance style of
architecture. Hardwick Hall is one
of the earliest examples of the
English interpretation of this style,
which came into fashion having
slowly spread from Florence. Its
arrival in Britain fortuitously
coincided with the period when it
was no longer necessary or legal
to fortify a domestic dwelling.
Ownership of the house was transferred to the National Trust
in 1959.
Today, it is fully open to
the public.
The Hardwick Inn near
Teversal
Dating back to the 15th century
and built of locally quarried
sandstone, Hardwick Inn is
pleasantly situated on the south
gate of Hardwick Park, leading
from the National Trust's
Hardwick Hall.
When you step over the
threshold, there is a feeling of
stepping back in time. The
traditional, historic feel has been
retained while also providing a
comfortable, friendly atmosphere
in which to enjoy some fine food
and drink. In winter, the whole
area is kept snug and cosy with
open, coal fires.
The Inn has been in the family for
three generations. The present
landlords Peter and Pauline
Batty, pride themselves on
providing efficient & friendly
service to their customers old and
new.
People come from miles
around to sample the food with a
wide-ranging menu of homecooked
dishes catering to all
tastes and appetites.
The Hardwick Inn is a special place, as it is steeped in history
and tradition. Children are
welcome, and there's nowhere
better for a family meal or quiet
relaxing drink!
Address:
Hardwick Inn, Hardwick Park,
Chesterfield, Derbyshire. S44
5QJ Tel: 01246 850245
The Friends of Teversal
The Friends of Teversal are a
community group who represent
the interests of the people living
in the area of Teversal, Old
Teversal Village, Fackley, Stanley, Stanton Hill and
Norwood and they stage
community events. Membership
is free and all are invited to join.
Through a linked Management
Trust they have leased the Manor
Room, Teversal Village as a
Community Centre and place to
hire for small functions.
Contact details: Richard Goad
Tel: 0300 777 1151 email: bookings@teversal-manorroom.org
Address:
c/o Lime Tree Cottage, Buttery
Lane, Teversal Village, Notts.
NG17 3JN
The Manor Room
Built originally as a coach house
with groom's cottage for the
Teversal estate, it was later used
as a school.
The building was bequeathed to
the village in 1929 by the
Countess of Carnarvon as a
community facility, closing in
2001 when it was in a poor state
of repair.
With the aid of lottery
funding, it was refurbished in the
style of its use as a Victorian
school house and is again
functioning as a local meeting
facility. It has recently had a
further makeover. The building
dates from the mid 18th century
and is Listed Grade II.
The Heritage Group
Teversal is a unique place whose
history, like so many other
places, is in danger of being lost
to future generations.
Teversal
Heritage Group was formed to
record and preserve as much
information, past and present, as
is possible for future generations
and to create an archive that can
be accessed by the public.
The long-term aim is to create a
continuing historical record of the Teversal area. Photographs,
documents and personal
testimony are all important
sources of information and the
Group is actively seeking material
to be accumulated in a heritage
centre based in the Manor Room.
Membership is free and those
interested should contact Lynn
Henstock on heritage@teversal-village.org
Local Authorities
Nottinghamshire County Council: https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/ Tel - 0300 500 8080
Ashfield District Council: https://www.ashfield.gov.uk/ Tel - 01623 450000
Doctor
Doctors are located at
Healdswood Surgery, on the
B6014 near to the Chemists
(Gilbodys) and the library.
The
contract details are: Tel: 01623
440144
Address: Skegby Family
Medical Centre, Mansfield Road,
Skegby, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Notts.
NG173EE
Website: http://www.skegbyfamilymedicalcentre.co.uk
Dentist
Mydentist, Bath Lane, Mansfield ,
11 Bath Lane, Mansfield, NG18
2BU Tel: 01623 623792
3.78 Miles
NH
Mansfield Dental Practice,
4
23 Bath Lane, Mansfield, NG18
2BU Tel: 01623 626015
3.78 Miles
NHS & Private
Mydentist, Lowmoor Road, Kirkby
in Ashfield Lowmoor Road, Notts,
NG17 7DA Tel: 01623 753050
3.84 Miles
Station Street Dental Centre 62-
64 Station Street, Notts, NG17
7AP Tel: 01623 752033
5.6 miles
Titchfield Dental Clinic:- The
Fourways, Leeming Lane South,
Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19
9AH 01623 650650
info@titchfielddentalclinic.co.uk
5.6 miles
Shops
The nearest shops are situated in
Stanton Hill, some 5 minutes
away by car (1.4 miles).
The
largest store is The Cooperative
Supermarket with a cash point
and large car park.
In the High
Street may be found a good
quality fish and chip shop,
chinese takeaway, flower shops,
a Deli, off
licence, hardware store, etc.,
Further
afield are the town centres of
Mansfield, Sutton in Ashfield and
Kirkby in Ashfield, all some 5
miles away.
Schools
Childcare, Infant and Primary schools
Skegby Junior Academy Tel:
01623 460329 Ash Grove,
Skegby, Nottinghamshire NG17
3FH.
Nurseryworld & Friends LtdellTel:
01623 701106
Grenfield House,
Douglas Road, Sutton-In-
Ashfield, NG17 2EE
Healdswood Infant & Nursery
School Tel: 01623 462449 Barker
Avenue, Skegby, Sutton-In-
Ashfield, Notts, NG173FQ
Bright Stars Childcare Services
Tel: 01623 701828 Brook Street,
Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 1ES
Lammas Independent School Tel:
01623 516879 Lammas Rd,
Sutton-In-Ashfield, NG17 2AD
St. Andrew's C of E Primary
School Tel: 01623 484522
Mansfield Rd, Skegby, Sutton-In-
Ashfield, NG17 3DW
St. Mary Magdalene C of E
Primary School Tel: 01623
464246 Springwood View Close,
Sutton-In-Ashfield, NG172HR
Forest Glade Primary School Tel:
01623 452770 Mansfield Rd,
Sutton-In-Ashfield, NG17 4GR
All Saints Church of England
Infant School Tel: 01623 459199
Common Rd, Huthwaite, Sutton-
In-Ashfield, NG17 2JR
Cherubs Childcare Centre Tel:
01623 420940 Welbeck Road,
Mansfield, NG19 9LA
Dalestorth Primary School Tel:
01623 459339 Hill Crescent,
Sutton-In-Ashfield, NG17 4JA
Tibshelf Infant & Nursery School
Tel: 01773 872571 144 High St,
Tibshelf, Alfreton, DE55 5PP
Anthony Bek Primary School Tel:
01623 810355 Rotherham Rd,
Pleasley, Mansfield, NG19 7PG
Redgate Special School Tel:
01623 455944 Somersall St,
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire,
NG19 6EL
Secondary Schools
Quarrydale School Stoneyford
Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17
2DU
Lammas School Lammas Road,
Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 2AD
3
Sutton Community Academy
High Pavement, Sutton-in-
Ashfield, NG17 1EE
The Beech Academy Fairholme
Drive, Mansfield, NG19 6DX
All Saints RC Comprehensive
School Broomhill Lane,
Mansfield, NG19 6BW
Ashfield Comprehensive School
Sutton Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield,
Nottingham, NG17 8HP
Queen Elizabeth's Academy
Chesterfield Road South,
Mansfield, NG19 7AP
Vision Studio School Chesterfield
Road South, Mansfield, NG19
7BB
Hospitals
NHS Hospitals
King's Mill Hospital: Mansfield
Rd, Sutton-in-Ashfield,
Nottinghamshire NG17 4JL Tel:
01623 622515 - NEAREST A&E
Nottingham City Hospital:
Hucknall Road, Nottingham. NG5
1PB Tel: 0115 969 1169
Queen's Medical Centre:
University Hospital NHS Trust,
Derby Road, Nottingham. NG7
2UH Tel: 0115 924 9924
Chesterfield and North
Derbyshire Royal Hospital:
Chesterfield, Derbyshire. S44
5BL Tel: 01246 277271
Private Hospitals
The Park Hospital: Burnstump
Country Park, Arnold,
Nottingham. NG5 8RX Tel: 0115
967 0670
The Nottingham Road Clinic:
Nottingham Road, Mansfield,
Notts. NG18 4AA Tel: 01623
624137