Preston Montford, Grade II* listed building in Bicton, England.
Preston Montford spans across 12 hectares of grassland and woodland, situated along the banks of the River Severn near Shrewsbury.
The structure dates back to 1846, when it belonged to Clopton Lewis Wingfield, father of lawn tennis pioneer Walter Clopton Wingfield.
The Field Studies Council operates this center, offering programs in biological recording and ecological surveying in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University.
The location provides direct access to north Shropshire's meres and mosses, plus the varied landscapes of Shropshire Hills Area of Natural Beauty.
The building combines Greek Revival style with Italianate elements, earning its Grade II* designation for architectural significance in 1952.
Location: Bicton
GPS coordinates: 52.72360,-2.84092
Latest update: March 5, 2025 00:54
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