Englefield House, Grade II* listed country house in Englefield, England
Englefield House is an Elizabethan mansion in the village of Englefield, England, rising over three floors with traditional architectural elements. Detailed woodwork marks the interior spaces and continues through the gardens that surround the building.
Construction began in 1558 during the reign of Elizabeth I. A year later, the property was seized from Sir Francis Englefield because of his Catholic allegiance and passed into other hands.
The estate regularly hosts the South Berkshire Agricultural Association's Ploughing Match, bringing together local farmers to demonstrate traditional techniques. The event shows how rural traditions continue to shape life in Berkshire and remain part of the local calendar.
The gardens are open to visitors on specific weekdays throughout the year, while the house interior requires advance booking for group tours. A visit to the grounds alone already offers an impression of the whole property, even without entering the building itself.
The property includes a 700-meter grass airstrip within its extensive grounds, reaching well beyond the usual features of a country estate. This peculiarity dates from the era of private aviation in rural England and still occasionally serves small aircraft today.
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