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Bringing The Hall’s History to Life

Welcome to The Hall Herald, a blog dedicated to uncovering the rich history, hidden stories, and ongoing journey of The Hall. Explore the fascinating people, architecture, and events that have shaped the history of The Hall.

The Hall 28/03/2021 The Hall 28/03/2021

The Mini, Ernest Marples, and Alex Moulton

Former Minister of Transport Ernest Marples owned a very special Mini - Peter Barker tells the story.

The Hall 28/02/2021 The Hall 28/02/2021

The Sunshine Recorder

Without measurement we have no data. Alex Moulton measured everything, including the hours of sunshine.

The Hall 22/02/2021 The Hall 22/02/2021

The Duke Of Kingston's House

For much of the Eighteenth Century, what we know as The Hall was owned by the Pierrepont family and became known as ‘Kingston House’ or ‘The Duke’s House’.

The Hall 07/02/2021 The Hall 07/02/2021

Alex Moulton's Citroen XM

Two enquiries about Alex Moulton’s XM - sold over ten years ago - on the same day. What’s the story?

The Hall 31/01/2021 The Hall 31/01/2021

Alex Moulton Interview With Peter Barker

Alex Moulton was interviewed by Mini aficionado Peter Barker in 2001 and 2012. These interviews have been recently re-published in CooperWorld magazine and we are delighted to post them here.

The Hall 09/01/2021 The Hall 09/01/2021

Marlborough College Marks Alex Moulton's Centenary

Alex Moulton features in the 2020 issue of The Marlburian Club Magazine from Marlborough College.