Local History – Summer Fun at Hanthorpe House

Summer Fun at Hanthorpe House

Covid-19 Situation Update Here at Maxey Grounds our priority always colleagues, clients and the general public. W ith the summer now upon us, thoughts turn to the great outdoors and the ways in which our communities have, for a long time now, taken to the open air when seeking has been, and remains the safety and health of our That is why we were operating remotely before a venue for a communal event. Garden fetes have the Government advised everybody to work from home where possible. Throughout the lockdown always been a popular option and, this month, we period we have been operating as fully as Government restrictions permit and using methods that safeguard all we interact with. take a look back at two such events, held in the

grounds of Hanthorpe House, over 130 years ago.

Now that the Government are permitting the property market to operate and allowing viewings and transactions to proceed, our means of working Leaving the village of Hanthorpe, near Morton, is changing. However, the same overall priority of safety for all remains. on the Stainfield Road today, you will find W.B. Cox & Son’s sawmill and

Since the Government advice remains to work from home where possible, our staff are still working woodyard, on the site of what was remotely. However, the investments we have made in the last few years on technology mean once Hanthorpe House, a very spacious that calls to our usual phone numbers country house which was demolished and emails will reach us and will be dealt with promptly. We are in 1951. progressing plans to ensure our offices can be operated in a safe manner when it is judged appropriate and safe to reintroduce face-to-face contact with clients. The building dates back over two We have introduced policies and procedures for inspections and hundred years and the images here viewings to enable these to take place in such a fete these days. The “best maintaining the hygiene and social distancing guidelines, where it is safe to do so. Our staff are all fully depict an impressive amount of style baby competition” on the other hand briefed on maintaining a safe environment for all involved in inspections and viewings. We are also and much grandeur, towards the end seems to have gone out of fashion of introducing virtual tours using of the nineteenth century, the time at the latest photographic technology so that late! before a physical viewing takes place, prospective buyers can have looked at the property remotely and have a good understanding of the property, its condition and the accommodation it provides so that unnecessary physical viewings of properties are minimised. These tours, initially provided for vacant property during lockdown, are being rolled out across all properties on the market. which the garden fetes of 1887 and 1888 shown here would have taken place. The “various amusements”, the “excellent band”, the “dancing The “Morton Feast Garden Fete” of 1888 looks to have been a much more elaborate affair, according to the poster shown here. The “Exhibition We continue to use the remote communication tools including phone and video conferencing meetings that have served us well over the last eight weeks and enabled us to (without extra charge)” and the “sale of work and fancy articles” at the of Queensland Curiosities” I’m sure would have appealed to many, and who continue to provide a service to clients throughout the lockdown period. 1887 event could all feature could have resisted entering the “Quoit Handicap”? The mind boggles

Our property auction on July 1 st is proceeding in an online format, and there is still sufficient time at what “Uncle Sarah – a new to enter any new lots. We have received many enquiries about the properties already being offered. and exciting game” might have involved!

Since restrictions were eased on May 13 th , the phones and emails have been busy with people wanting to sell, buy and rent property. Several sales have already been agreed, so now that transactions can progress, give us a call and we will be happy to assist you. A very interesting summary of the history of Hanthorpe House can be found in “Lost Lincolnshire Our message to you is simple. Thank you for continuing to cooperate with us to ensure all stay safe and healthy during these difficult times. Maxey Grounds are, and have been throughout, open for business in the new “normal” way and look forward to speaking to you soon. Country Houses – Volume 6” by Robert Pacey, (ISBN 978- 0-9562230-0-5). Local losses 18 th May 2020 covered in this text include Swinstead House, Scottlethorpe

Manor, Osgodby Manor, Uffington House and Aswarby Park.