Brief Description
The deerpark was created in 1376. The landscape park dates from the early 19th century. The house dates from about 1724, and remodelled in the early 19th century. Features include large lawns, a serpentine approach drive, an arboretum and several ancillary park buildings.
History
The deer park was created in 1376. The park was landscaped in the early 19th century.
- Features
Tree Avenue, Gate Lodge, Kitchen Garden, Icehouse, Game Larder, Drive
- Access & Directions
Directions
Three miles west of Droitwich via the A4133.
- Authorities
Civil Parish
- Ombersley
- History
Detailed History
The deer park was created in 1376.
The present house was built around 1724 to the design of Francis Smith of Warwick.
The house was remodelled in the early 19th century by John Webb, when the park was landscaped, probably by Webb, who had an extensive landscaping practice.
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