Wyndham House - Main Street, Church Stowe, Northamptonshire, UK - Pre-Victorian Historic Homes on Waymarking.com

This former rectory dates to the 18th century. It has 19th century alterations and is constructed from the limestone which is apparent in the area. A modern extension is also noticeable.

The house stands on high ground overlooking the countryside below.

Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1700 Additional Dates of Construction: 19th century alterations. Later 19th century extensions to the rear. Modern additions. Architectural Period/Style: Georgian Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor: Old Rectory Interesting Historical Facts or Connections: From the following website: http://www.stoweninechurches.org.uk/page10.html 'Wyndham House was used as a school for Army Padres. Prior to this on 26th February 1935 in a field below Upper Stowe radar was demonstrated for the first time in Britain. Robert Watson Watt and Arnold Wilkins showed that aircraft could be detected by bouncing radio waves off them. It was radar, more than any other invention that saved the RAF from defeat in the 1940 Battle of Britain. A memorial to the Birth of Radar can be seen on the Northampton Road(B4525) near Litchborough.' Listed Building Status (if applicable): Grade II Listed on 24th February 1987 Main Material of Construction: Coursed squared limestone with sandstone dressings, some brick to side and rear; slate roof, various brick stacks. Private/Public Access: Private Related Website: [Web Link] Rating: Architect (if known): Not listed Landscape Designer (if known): Not listed Admission Fee (if applicable): Not Listed Opening Hours (if applicable): Not listed

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