Winchester in Hampshire, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

Morley College

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 2, 2024

1. Morley College Marker

Inscription. Morley College was founded by Bishop Morley 1672 as a charitable institution for widows of clergy from Winchester and Worcester Dioceses. The plaque over the central doors was taken from the original building, which was entirely replaced under the supervision of architect John Colson 1879-80. At that time the site was enlarged to include an area formerly occupied by the City cage and pillory. The property is private.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1672.

Location. 51° 3.699′ N, 1° 18.808′ W. Marker is in Winchester, England, in Hampshire. It is on Loverose Way, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Winchester, England SO23 9LF, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

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least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: William Walker (within shouting distance of this marker); The Growth of Old Minster (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Minster (within shouting distance of this marker); Anglo-Saxon Winchester: The Royal City (within shouting distance of this marker); The Norman Cathedral (within shouting distance of this marker); King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); 5 & 6, The Square (about 90 meters away); Lady Lisle (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Winchester.

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Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 2, 2024

2. Morley College

Credits. This page was last revised on July 15, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 11, 2024, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 126 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 11, 2024, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.