Monkey Island, Private river island in Bray, England.
Monkey Island spans seven acres in the River Thames, featuring two Georgian structures: a Fishing Temple and an octagonal Fishing Pavilion with detailed plasterwork.
The land served as a retreat for Merton Priory monks in 1197, leading to its original name 'Monks Eyot' before the Duke of Marlborough acquired it in 1723.
The Fishing Pavilion displays French artist Andie de Clermont's plasterwork of monkeys engaged in various activities, known as 'singerie' in decorative arts.
The Monkey Island Estate hotel features 44 rooms, a restaurant, a gym, and a spa situated on a converted barge, located 16 miles from Heathrow Airport.
Debris from London's Great Fire in 1666 was transported to raise the island above flood level, creating a foundation for future development.
Location: Bray
GPS coordinates: 51.50290,-0.68340
Latest update: March 9, 2025 20:23
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