Introduction
The 18th-century house has recently been refurbished, after falling into decline in the late-20th century. Little is left of the associated landscape park and garden. A garden restoration project is underway, and it is hoped that occasional public open days may be possible.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
01270 820229
- History
Period
- 18th Century
- Late 18th Century
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Designations
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Betley Court
- Grade: II*
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Stable block
- Grade: II
Features
- House (featured building)
- Description: The 17th-century house was modernised in the late-18th century, and largely re-built by John Nash in 1809.
- Earliest Date:
- Latest Date:
- Pavilion
- Description: A new Gothic pavilion has been built from stone recycled from Stafford Castle.
- Specimen Tree
- Description: Cedar of Lebanon, thought to have been planted by William Barron.
- Stable Block
- Description: Now in residential use.
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
18th Century
Survival
Part: standing remains
Hectares
4
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Betley
- References
Contributors
Staffordshire Gardens and Parks Trust