Caversham Park, Country house in Caversham, England
Description
Caversham Park is a country house near Reading featuring ancient Greek architectural elements and multiple connected wings. The building occupies an estate with gardens and parkland surrounding it on all sides.
History
The estate originated in Norman times following 1066, when it appeared in the Domesday Book. Over subsequent centuries, the site developed into an important country property.
Culture
The mansion hosted royal gatherings, including a 1613 entertainment for Anne of Denmark with theatrical performances between a Cynic and Traveller character.
Practical
The grounds are extensive and require time to explore all areas and gardens fully. Plan a morning or afternoon visit to walk through the estate at a comfortable pace.
Did you know?
An American founding father visited the estate in 1786 to study the garden design for his own property. His observations of the landscape arrangements influenced his architectural plans back home.
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Caversham Bridge
2.1 km
Caversham Court
2 km
Caversham Lock
2.3 km
Thames Lido
2.3 km
Reading Bridge
2.3 km
Fry's Island
2.1 km
St Peter's Church, Caversham
2 km
Christchurch Bridge
2.2 km
Clayfield Copse
886 m
View Island
2.1 km
Pipers Island
2.1 km
Christchurch Meadows
2 km
Thameside Promenade
2.4 km
West Memorial Hall
1.7 km
Hills Meadow
2.1 km
The Three Guineas
2.6 km
Caversham Baptist Free Church
1.8 km
King's Meadow
2.3 km
Grace Church
554 m
6 and 8, Church Street
1.9 km
10, Church Street
1.9 km
The Red Cow Public House
1.6 km
Caversham Library
1.8 km
Old Grove House
1.2 km
Caversham War Memorial
2.1 km
Shelter At North East Corner Of Forbury Gardens
2.7 km
Railway Bridge And Attached Accommodation Bridge Over River Kennet At SU 7306 7381
2.5 km
Riverside Garden Pavilion At Caversham Court
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