World War II

These posts give an insight into how Maugersbury was involved and affected by the events of World War II.

WWII - Maugersbury Manor

Thanks to Geoffrey Fisher (1931 - 2023) for these memories: - Maugersbury Manor was requisitioned by the British Army in about 1940....

WWII - Preparation for D-Day

The following is an extract from “A Step Back in Time” written by Pat Holmes. Pat’s book captured the memories of John Fisher who was...

WWII - The Bailey Family

Between 1936 and 1947, Col Percy James Bailey DSO, OBE & Mrs Dorothy Bailey rented The Rock House from the Lord of the Manor. Of their...

WWII - Nissen huts in Maugersbury

Nissen huts are prefabricated steel structures for military use, usually as barracks. The photograph below shows many were sited on...

WWII - Tank Crew Training

Written by Captain Ian Hammerton Maugersbury Manor played an important role in World War II. This is the account of how Captain Ian...

WWII - Village life during the war

Whilst Maugersbury Manor was occupied by the army, local people needed Passes to gain entry to the Park road obtainable from the Manor....