La Seigneurie, Manor residence in Sark, Channel Islands
La Seigneurie is a manor house on Sark in the Channel Islands containing multiple rooms filled with historical objects. Its collections include an antique whalebone seat, a traditional wood-and-cane wheelchair, and numerous furnishings and artworks from different periods.
Built in the 17th century, the estate served as the primary residence for 22 generations of Sark's ruling Seigneurs. The line of succession ended in 2016 when the island's feudal system underwent fundamental reform.
The house holds a preserved tithe cart that collected wheat from local farmers until 1957 under feudal customs. This agricultural practice reveals the long-standing connection between the estate and Sark's community.
The house and gardens are open daily to visitors wanting to explore the residence and its grounds at their own pace. The rooms are clearly marked and the gardens offer pleasant walking paths throughout the property.
The house contains a rare collection of everyday objects showing how the Seigneur family lived across centuries on this remote island. These personal items offer an intimate view of aristocratic life under unique geographic conditions.
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