Compton Wynyates

Compton Wynyates is a Tudor manor house in Compton Wynyates, Warwickshire, built from red brick with more than forty ornamental chimneys and several turrets. The structure encloses an internal courtyard surrounded by residential wings and service areas.

Sir William Compton built the house between 1515 and 1520, reusing windows and other elements from demolished Fulbrook Castle. The Northampton family has occupied the estate for centuries, preserving it through different political upheavals.

The name combines an ancient place reference with the Wynyates family surname, tracing lineage back to medieval times and showing long ties to this estate. From outside, visitors can sense the many concealed features built into the structure during periods of religious conflict.

The estate remains a private residence of the Marquess of Northampton family, but the exterior is visible from designated public footpaths. The rural setting requires sturdy footwear when using the public paths.

The Tudor kitchen retains its original 16th-century layout with a large fireplace and separate work areas for different types of food. This arrangement shows how elaborate meal preparation was in large manor houses.

Location: Compton Wynyates

GPS coordinates: 52.07400,-1.51865

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:46