Stoneywell

Stoneywell is a stone house built from granite and slate rubble that sits naturally along a hillside. The building features large stone chimneys and distinctive window patterns that give it a distinctive look.

The house was completed in 1899 by architects Ernest Gimson and Detmar Blow as a summer residence for Sydney Gimson. Local materials and traditional building methods were chosen to connect with regional craft traditions.

Inside the house, you can see many original handcrafted pieces and furnishings from the Arts and Crafts movement. The rooms show how craftspeople of that era valued quality work and careful attention to materials in every detail.

The house requires advance booking to visit and is managed by the National Trust. A shuttle bus service takes visitors from the parking area to the reception centre before visiting the building.

A fire in 1939 led to replacing the original thatched roof with slate to make the house suitable for year-round living. This change allowed the building to adapt while keeping its original appearance and character intact.

Location: Ulverscroft

Inception: 1899

Architects: Ernest Gimson, Detmar Blow

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Operator: National Trust

Address: Polly Botts Lane, Ulverscroft LE67 9PT

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/stoneywell

GPS coordinates: 52.70150,-1.26465

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44