Aldermaston Court

Aldermaston Court is a neo-Elizabethan mansion with stained glass windows, wooden staircases, and traditional carved details from different building periods. The structure combines original Stuart elements with a Victorian-era transformation, complemented by office buildings and a lake on the grounds.

The mansion was built in 1636 and completely redesigned after a fire in 1848, with new architectural styles added during reconstruction. It passed through several noble families including the Achards, De la Mares, and Forsters before serving other purposes later.

The house shows how Victorian architects reinterpreted historical Stuart-period elements when visitors walk through its decorated rooms. The windows and staircases tell of this blending, with each space reflecting different eras.

The grounds are straightforward to explore, with clear paths between the main house, outbuildings, and lake. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear since the grounds offer both paved and natural paths.

During World War II the state requisitioned the estate as military barracks and it later became part of the British atomic weapons facility. This double history connects the domestic life of earlier centuries with the major upheavals of the twentieth century.

Location: Aldermaston

GPS coordinates: 51.37917,-1.14361

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49