Wells House, Ilkley, Grade II listed house at Wells Road, Ilkley, England
Wells House exhibits Italianate architecture with dark local stone construction, three stories, projecting towers, and cupolas around an inner courtyard.
Built between 1854 and 1856 by architect Cuthbert Brodrick, the establishment initially served as a hydropathic facility for health treatments through cold baths.
Charles Darwin visited Wells House with his family in October 1859 to undergo water cure treatments while preparing his scientific publications.
The building now contains 24 residential apartments following a £7.5 million renovation project completed in 2003, preserving its historical features.
The structure bears similarities to Blenheim Palace through its monumental design and stands at the edge of Ilkley Moor with views across Wharfedale.
Location: Ilkley
Architects: Cuthbert Brodrick
GPS coordinates: 53.92001,-1.82614
Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:29
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