Foxhill House

Foxhill House is a Gothic Revival country residence in Earley featuring pointed arches, intricate stonework, and ornamental details covering both exterior and interior surfaces. The elaborate craftsmanship extends throughout every visible part of the structure.

Alfred Waterhouse designed and completed this country house in 1868 as a private residence for affluent families. Decades later it transitioned from private ownership into the care of the University of Reading.

The building demonstrates Victorian-era architectural tastes and the period's enthusiasm for Gothic Revival styling in private homes. Its rooms reveal how the 19th-century gentry shaped their living spaces.

The building now houses the University of Reading's Law School and underwent major restoration work between 2003 and 2005. A courtyard renovation completed in 2007 adds contemporary additions alongside the historic structure.

The renovated courtyard received 2007 funding from PricewaterhouseCoopers, honoring Edwin Waterhouse, brother of the architect and company co-founder. This connection illustrates how historical buildings are sometimes shaped by family and business relationships.

Location: Earley

Inception: 1868

Architects: Alfred Waterhouse

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 51.44490,-0.94236

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:07