Barnston Manor, Manor house in Church Knowle, England.
Barnston Manor features rubble stone walls with ashlar facing, a slate roof, and a T-shaped layout incorporating 13th-century windows throughout the structure.
The manor, constructed in the 13th century on the site of a Saxon house, belonged to Member of Parliament John Clavell and remained in his family for over 700 years.
The north wing contains a chantry chapel with a memorial dedicated to the Clavell family, reflecting the connection between local nobility and religious practices.
The property extends across 3.5 acres of land and includes Grade II listed farm buildings, maintaining its agricultural function through the centuries.
The east wing houses original 16th-century elements including a stone fireplace, spiral staircase, and ceiling timbers that remain preserved in their historical state.
Location: Church Knowle
GPS coordinates: 50.63350,-2.09926
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:48
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