Doughty House

Doughty House is a listed building on Richmond Hill comprising a main residence connected to a long gallery wing through a cottage structure. The property sits elevated above the river with views across the Thames and demonstrates expansive Victorian architecture.

Elizabeth Doughty lived here from 1786, and the house became known by her name during the Georgian period. It was later transformed by Francis Cook in the Victorian era when he created the gallery for his art collection.

Francis Cook established an art collection here starting in 1885, filling the dedicated gallery spaces with European masterworks. The display reflected the taste and passion of a wealthy collector who wanted to share these pieces with visitors.

The property is not currently open to visitors as it undergoes renovation under local authority oversight. The surrounding Richmond Hill area offers public access to admire the views and architectural heritage of the neighborhood.

The view from Richmond Hill where this building stands is protected by an Act of Parliament, the only view in England with such legal protection. This rare distinction reflects how greatly the government valued this particular landscape.

Location: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

GPS coordinates: 51.45209,-0.29808

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48