Stratton Park

Stratton Park is an English country house set within a large estate featuring a stone portico designed by George Dance the Younger. The surrounding landscape is shaped by mature trees and grounds that were carefully arranged over centuries.

The estate was acquired in 1546 by Thomas Wriothesley and later underwent major changes under Sir William Russell, who demolished parts of the hamlet to expand the deer park. These transformations shaped the property as it appears today.

The grounds reflect the influence of three notable families - Wriothesley, Russell, and Baring - who shaped the landscape from the 17th to 19th centuries. Their different approaches to land use are still visible in how the forests and meadows are arranged today.

The property is accessible via the A33 highway, with parking available at the Northbrook Arms pub and Village Hall for pre-booked events. Advance planning is recommended to arrange access to the grounds.

Between 1963 and 1965, architects Stephen Gardiner and Christopher Knight built a modernist house near the original Dance-designed portico. This unexpected contrast between historical and contemporary structures creates an unusual quality to the site.

Location: East Stratton

GPS coordinates: 51.15600,-1.22500

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51