Hardwick House, Tudor country house in Whitchurch-on-Thames, England.
Hardwick House is a Tudor-era country house situated on an elevated riverside position along the Thames. The building displays architectural features spanning several periods and remains a private residence today.
Richard Lybbe acquired the estate in 1526 from the Hardwick family, beginning a long period of family ownership. The house passed through multiple generations of owners who altered and expanded its structure over the centuries.
The house reportedly inspired Kenneth Grahame's novel The Wind in the Willows. Visitors notice the literary connection that ties this place to classic English storytelling.
As a private residence, visitors can only view the property from outside. The riverside approach offers the best vantage point to see the building and its setting.
Caroline Powys documented the social life at this estate in her diary entries from 1756. Her detailed records provide rare insight into daily activities and gatherings across Henley, London, and Bath during that era.
Location: Whitchurch-on-Thames
GPS coordinates: 51.49480,-1.05170
Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:26
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