The Manor - Edgcote- Northants - Pre-Victorian Historic Homes on Waymarking.com

The house was built 1747-1752 for London merchant Richard Chauncey by architect William Jones featuring a carved mahogany staircase, and a drawing room decorated in a Chinese style.

The house featured in the 1995 television version of Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth.

The 1,700-acre park was laid out in the 18th century and features a lake fed by the River Cherwell and the remains of a Roman villa.

Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1747 Architectural Period/Style: Regency Architect (if known): William Jones o fLondon Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor: Country Manor House Interesting Historical Facts or Connections: Home of the Chauncey Family for 250 years Used in the filming of Pride and Prejudice for TV starring Colin Firth. Listed Building Status (if applicable): Grade II Main Material of Construction: stone Private/Public Access: By arrangement Rating: Additional Dates of Construction: Not listed Landscape Designer (if known): Not listed Admission Fee (if applicable): Not Listed Opening Hours (if applicable): Not listed Related Website: Not listed

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