Hungerford Historical Ass'n

Aspects of Medieval Hungerford

by Mr. Norman Hidden

Available soon!

We are pleased to announce that a new book "Aspects of Medieval Hungerford" is soon to be published by the HHA, hopefully in early December 2008. This is a compilation of original research work carried out by the late Mr. Norman Hidden, who spent over 30 years researching the medieval history of the town. Many of his original papers and earlier published works have kindly been donated to the HHA Archives by his widow Joyce Hidden. Watch this space for further news!



Hungerford - A Pictorial History New Revised and Enlarged Edition Available now! The new edition of the Pictorial History of Hungerford was published in November 2007. Click here for more information.



		Hungerford - A History Careful research on original documents has revealed interesting new information on the town's history - a book not to miss even if you have read others! The book was produced by members of the HHA as a Millenium Project, and was published by the HHA. Click here for more information.

Other publications - past and present:

The 25th Anniversary Book A celebration of the first 25 years history of the HHA. It includes interesting details on the history of the Association, and has resumes of six talks given during the 25 years.	Published by the HHA in 2005, and given free of charge to all members during the 2004-2005 season. Out of print.
The Story of Hungerford in Berkshire: by Rev. W.H. Summers The original book on Hungerford's history - completed after Rev Summers' death by Harold Peake.	Published by the Trustees of the Borough and Manor of Hungerford, 1926 Out of print.
The Story of Hungerford: by Dr Hugh Pihlens A comprehensive short history of the town from prehistory until 1983.	Published by Local Heritage Books, 1983 ISBN 0 86368 000 3 Out of print
A Walk About Hungerford: by Dr Hugh Pihlens, illustrations by Mr John Brooks. Illustrated walks around the town, highlighting buildings and items of historical significance.	Published 1988. Available from The Hungerford Book Shop, 24 High Street, Hungerford, Berkshire. RG17 0NF Tel & Fax: +44(0)1488 683480 Price £2.00
Hungerford - A Pictorial History: by Dr Hugh Pihlens. The history of Hungerford illustrated by 170 well-captioned old photographs.	Published by Phillimore, 1992. Out of print
Hungerford Beyond Domesday: by Mrs Carol Cartwright. Unravelling the mystery surrounding the origins of Hungerford, and providing a possible chronology and pattern of development.	Published by Carol Cartright, 1992. Available from The Hungerford Book Shop, 24 High Street, Hungerford, Berkshire. RG17 0NF Tel & Fax: +44(0)1488 683480 Price £3.00
Reminiscences of Twentieth Century Hungerford: by Mrs Pam Haseltine Personal reminiscences by local residents of life and times in Hungerford since 1900.	Published by Hungerford Historical Association, 1993. ISBN 1 898 013 004 Available from The Hungerford Book Shop, 24 High Street, Hungerford, Berkshire. RG17 0NF Tel & Fax: +44(0)1488 683480 £3.00
Hungerford 2000: by Rufus Segar A wealth of historical and modern information about the town, with superb illustraions of the buildings.	Published by The Town and Manor of Hungerford and The Liberty of Sanden Fee, 1999. Available from: The Hungerford Book Shop, 24 High Street, Hungerford, Berkshire. RG17 0NF Tel & Fax: +44(0)1488 683480
The Berks and Hants Line - Theale to Bedwyn (including Hungerford): by John Allen The history of this railway from 1845, including much fascinating information on the stations and staff.	Published by John Allen 2001. Available from: Mrs. Jean Allen, 17 Church Way, Hungerford. Berkshire. Tel: +44(0)1488 682765 £6.00 plus £1.00 p&p