Sedgwick House, Grade II listed country house in Sedgwick, Cumbria, England.
Sedgwick House is a sandstone country house featuring a central four-story crenellated tower, green slate roofs, and an L-shaped layout formed by two perpendicular wings. The structure displays carefully planned Victorian architecture with distinctive elements visible across its facades.
The house was built in 1868 for William Henry Wakefield, a gunpowder factory owner, and was designed by architects from London. Following its use as a private residence, it later served for decades as a school facility for children with special needs.
The house shows Gothic Revival influences in its design, with a hammerbeam roof and decorative stone columns in the entrance hall that speak to its Victorian heritage.
The building has been converted into apartments and can be viewed from outside, while the grounds are used by a local cricket club. Access to the exterior is generally open, but visitors should respect the privacy of the residents.
The most striking crafted feature is the large fireplace in the entrance hall, decorated with the inscription 'BE JUST AND FEAR NOT' and surrounded by carved stone columns. This inscription was the original owner's personal statement about ethical conduct and integrity.
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