Introduction
Once a medieval hunting park, The Vache became a landscaped park during the 17th century. The gardens feature a ha-ha. In 1780, a memorial was built in memory of Captain Cook.The present building is the result of 18th-century modifications made to the manor house.
- Features & Designations
Designations
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Grade: II
Features
- Ha-ha
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Survival
Extant
Hectares
34.4
Civil Parish
Chalfont St.
- References
References
- Smith, N, {Historic Parks and Gardens Register Review (Buckinghamshire Stage 1)} (Aylesbury: Buckinghamshire County Museum Archaeological Service, 1998) Gardens Register Review (Buckinghamshire) (Stage 1)