Maple Hayes

Maple Hayes is a three-story red brick structure with stone dressings, a hipped slate roof, and five sash windows across its front facade. The building features two-story wings with balustraded balconies and three-sided bay windows extending through both levels.

The building originated as a farmhouse in 1728 and was transformed into a Georgian manor house in 1794 under wine merchant George Addams. Between 1885 and 1890, brewer Albert Octavius Worthington expanded the property with additional wings.

Since 1981, the building houses Maple Hayes School for Dyslexics, offering specialized education for students with learning difficulties. This use demonstrates how country houses adapt to serve modern community needs.

The building holds Grade II listed status, meaning any external modifications require formal permission to protect its architectural features. As it functions as an active school, visitors cannot freely explore the interior.

The property was once owned by Albert Octavius Worthington, a local brewer whose wing extensions gave the house its distinctive character. His Victorian additions created the prominent balconies and bay windows that define the building today.

Location: Burntwood

GPS coordinates: 52.68400,-1.85830

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42