Yeldersley Hall, Derbyshire, Country house in Ashbourne, England
Description
Yeldersley Hall is a country house situated near the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire countryside, set on approximately 12 acres of gardens and paddocks. The building features multiple rooms for gatherings and provides accommodation for guests.
History
Edmund Evans, son of a banker and founder of Darley Abbey Mills, built this country house around 1800 as a family estate. The building retains architectural elements from the nineteenth century that reflect its original construction.
Culture
The property was home to Muriel Wright, whose life inspired Ian Fleming to create a character in his James Bond novels. This literary connection adds a subtle historical layer for visitors interested in the author's work.
Practical
The property functions as an event venue and can be used for weddings, private celebrations, and business meetings. Visitors should check ahead to see if tours are available, as the grounds are not always open to the public.
Did you know?
The estate maintains Victorian greenhouses that are still preserved on the property. These structures show how wealthy landowners in the nineteenth century equipped their estates with special buildings for growing plants.
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