Cotheridge Court, 16th-century manor house in Cotheridge, England
Cotheridge Court is a 16th-century manor house in Cotheridge featuring timber-framed walls with rendered brick and wattle-and-daub infill from various building periods. The structure has been extended over time and now contains multiple separate residences and flats.
The Berkeley family acquired Cotheridge Court in 1615 and maintained ownership for 350 years, developing it from a modest dwelling into a substantial two-story residence. This long period of stability shaped its architectural evolution and status in the region.
The manor house features an ornate late 16th-century staircase with carved newels and balusters that shows the craftsmanship of the period. Rooms inside display Adam-style stucco decoration, adding refined details to the interior.
The property is not easily accessible to the public since it functions as private residences and flats. However, the striking lime tree avenue approach and surrounding countryside make the area worth exploring.
A lime tree avenue about half a mile long leads to the property, creating a striking approach through the landscape. The grounds also contain an 18th-century ha-ha, a historical landscape feature that allows views toward the Malvern Hills.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
