Cowdray Park

Cowdray Park is a country house set within an expansive estate near the River Rother that features manicured grounds and open landscapes. The property includes a working golf course, polo grounds, and the standing stone remains of a Tudor mansion from several centuries ago.

The original fortified manor was built between 1273 and 1284, taking its name from a Norman word meaning hazel woods. A devastating fire in 1793 partially destroyed the Tudor-era mansion, though enough stonework remained to be visible for centuries afterward.

The grounds are open to visitors during daytime hours and offer various activities such as golfing, polo events, or shooting lessons. Comfortable footwear is recommended as the estate covers substantial ground with different activity zones spread across the landscape.

The remaining ruins are Grade I listed buildings, recognized as an important example of medieval and Tudor architecture under legal protection. Visitors can observe how the standing stonework and foundations tell the story of how the house was constructed in earlier centuries.

Location: Easebourne

GPS coordinates: 50.98724,-0.71619

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23