Eccleston Paddocks, Victorian country house in Eccleston, England
Eccleston Paddocks is an English country house built of red sandstone and brick in Eccleston. The building features steeply pitched red tile roofs, ornate turrets topped with conical roofs, and a substantial central chimney.
The house was designed in 1883 by architect John Douglas for Cecil Parker, a relative and land agent of the 1st Duke of Westminster. It thus represents the important local connections to English aristocracy during that period.
The interior spaces showcase late Victorian craftsmanship through oak staircases, decorative plaster ceilings, and fine fireplace surrounds across multiple rooms. These handcrafted details reflect the elevated social standing of those who lived here.
The building retains its original entrance with a substantial oak door featuring sixteen panels and wrought iron hardware. Visitors should pay attention to the exterior wall details, which combine red brick with blue-brick patterning and stone bands.
The facade displays a distinctive Victorian building technique where red brick walls are interspersed with blue-brick diapering patterns, creating a textured effect. This decorative brickwork is accentuated by stone bands that emphasize the patterning.
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