Kilmorey Mausoleum, Egyptian Revival mausoleum in St Margarets, England
The Kilmorey Mausoleum is a burial monument in Egyptian Revival style, constructed from granite and fitted with bronze doors. The structure displays the characteristic features of this architectural style with geometric forms and classical elements that reflect 19th century British taste for Egyptian aesthetics.
The mausoleum was built in 1854 and was originally housed at Brompton Cemetery before being relocated to Woburn Park. The multiple relocations show how burial and memorial sites can change location over time.
The interior shows a marble relief of the Earl of Kilmorey with his deceased lover Priscilla Hoste and their shared son Charles, a private monument to forbidden love. This scene tells a personal story that sets it apart from ordinary burial monuments.
The building can mainly be visited during annual Open House events when the normally closed structure opens to the public. Information about exact dates and access conditions can be found through local heritage websites.
The mausoleum grounds form part of a wildlife conservation site covering about a third of an acre, combining architectural heritage with animal protection efforts. This blend of history and nature conservation is unusual for a private monument of this kind.
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