Boughton Monchelsea Place

Boughton Monchelsea Place is an English country house with an L-shaped layout of two stories forming the east and south sides of a courtyard, while single-story stables line the remaining edges. The 40-hectare grounds include established gardens and parkland that surround the main buildings.

Robert Rudston built the initial structure around 1567, and the property underwent several modifications before reaching its present form in 1819. The architectural changes reflect evolving building styles and the needs of successive owners over the centuries.

The name reflects its location on the slopes of the Greensand hills, where the surrounding landscape shapes how visitors experience the grounds today.

The Greensand Way long-distance walking path crosses through the parkland and provides a good way to explore the gardens and landscape. Visitors should wear comfortable footwear as the terrain includes paths through various areas of the estate.

The preserved medieval barn structures display building features from earlier periods that are not visible in the main house. These buildings offer insights into the craftsmanship and daily activities of earlier residents.

Location: Boughton Monchelsea

Inception: 1819

GPS coordinates: 51.22150,0.53560

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00