Balcombe Place

Balcombe Place is a stone country house built in 1856 in West Sussex with Tudor-style architecture and large windows that frame views of the Ouse Valley. The building sits within grounds that include mature trees and open spaces typical of Victorian-era estates.

The house was built in 1856 by architect Henry Clutton for John Alexander Hankey, who left his previous estate called Naylands. During World War II, it became the headquarters for the Women's Land Army, an organization that supported the country's farming operations during the war years.

The main rooms open onto a terrace where visitors can see how the house was designed to frame views of the surrounding countryside. The estate's layout reflects a time when such properties served as retreats for wealthy families who valued their connection to the English landscape.

The property now operates as an event venue hosting corporate gatherings, celebrations, and private functions. Access depends on scheduled events, so checking ahead of your visit is essential before planning to see the interior or grounds.

A glass and wood conservatory once extended from the east side of the house until the 1960s, when it deteriorated and was removed. This added structure had been a distinctive feature of the Victorian property before gradually fading from view.

Location: Balcombe

GPS coordinates: 51.04000,-0.11000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07