Photograph (copy) of Painter family, Brook Cottage c 1920's
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The Painter family occupied Brook Cottage which still stands today, close to the entrance to Lydiard Park from the church side. The cottage, actually a substantial house, can be seen from the dam wall inside the park.
John Painter became Gamekeeper at Lydiard in 1891. His sons, Ernest and Stanley both fought in World War I. Ernest can be seen on the far right wearing a hat.
See Related Items for a detailed account of the family by R. W. Painter
- Year:
- c. 1920
- Type:
- Photograph
- Location:
- Lydiard House
- Owner:
- Swindon Borough Council
- Reference:
- LYD1995/50
- Copyright:
- Lydiard House
- Last updated on:
- Tuesday 13th August 2024
