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The large estate owned by Mr Norris changed hands several times during the first half
of the 19th century. After Norris's death it was acquired by Robert Heathcote, and
on his death the estate was put up for auction The estate was purchased by James
Dover, in whose possession it remained until 1841; then it was sold to
Major Stephenson.
Sir Percy had bought the Boscombe property mainly with the intention of it
becoming a home for his mother, but she died in London on 1st February 1851,
Sir Percy and his wife liked the place, and decided to make it their home, dividing
their time between Boscombe and their London house at Chelsea. Thus began the
long association of the Shelly's with Boscombe, ending only with their respective deaths.