Bearwood House, Sindlesham

Bearwood House is a red brick mansion in Sindlesham featuring a symmetrical frontage and an imposing tower as its focal point. Mansfield stone adorns extensive areas of the exterior, creating a distinctive appearance throughout the structure.

John Walter II purchased the estate in 1816 from the Crown Estate and initially built a small villa, which his son later replaced with this mansion. The current structure was completed in the 1870s and became a landmark of the region.

The house contains a top-lit gallery built specifically to display a collection of Flemish paintings from the Dutch school. Visitors can still see these rooms and understand how important the art collection was to the owners.

The property now operates as Reddam House Berkshire and continues its use as a school after previously serving as the Royal Merchant Navy School. Check ahead before visiting since it remains an active educational building with restricted access.

The construction cost of 129,000 pounds in the 1870s was double the initial budget, reflecting the ambition of the project. This significant cost overrun shows how important realizing this building was to the family.

Location: Arborfield and Newland

GPS coordinates: 51.41520,-0.88402

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:40