Frognal House

Frognal House is a Jacobean-era mansion set within seven acres of landscaped grounds, featuring decorative brickwork, ornate gables, and a central courtyard layout. The structure incorporates multiple building phases and displays architectural characteristics from different periods.

The house was built before 1550 by the Dyngley family and underwent substantial renovations during the reign of James I, when William Watkins replaced stone with brick. This modernization significantly altered the building's appearance and created the facade seen today.

Thomas Townshend, who purchased the property in 1752, established a connection to Australian history as his son became the namesake of Sydney.

The building operates today as a care facility and is not freely accessible to visitors. The exterior and grounds can be viewed from outside and give an impression of the property's scale and condition.

During World War I, the property was converted into a hospital specializing in facial and plastic surgery for wounded soldiers. This medical transformation made the site an important center for wartime medical care.

Location: London Borough of Bexley

GPS coordinates: 51.41780,0.10500

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04