SearchPictures of England
Home
Latest
Explore England..
More..
Please support this site |
Pictures of Winslow Halla Historic Building in the town of Winslow, in the county of Buckinghamshire
About Winslow Hall
Winslow Hall was built for Sir William Lowndes, Secretary of the Treasury to King William III in around 1698. Sir William required a manor house of substance, Wren delivered this in full measure. The classical exterior perfectly offsets the sumptuous interior of magnificent rooms showing early English furniture from the 18th-century and priceless Chinese art. Oak panelling is a feature of the outstanding Morning Room and there is ornate decoration everywhere, including the remarkable Painted Room which happens to be a bedroom. The Hall is surrounded by sweeping lawns, terraces and tree lined avenues laid out originally by the kings gardener, Royal craftsmen are also credited with much of the exceptional carpentry and other works to the house. The Hall remained a private residence until the Second World War when it was given over for use by the Royal Air Force. It is once again in private ownership and is open for public view on certain days during the summer. The delightful town of Winslow has a long and illustrious history. It was first mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086. The town lies in an outstanding position amid attractive agricultural countryside in the Vale of Aylesbury. A quiet stroll around the town reveals a pleasant market square where you will find the old world Bell Inn and attractive shops. Many of the town's buildings belong to the Victorian era, this gives Winslow its air of order and harmony. Off the High Street there is a patchwork of narrow lanes crammed with quintessentially English timber-framed houses and pretty cottages. Standing at one end of the High Street is the town's chief glory - the lovely church dedicated to St.Lawrence. Of Norman architecture, built mainly in the 12th-century, the church has lavish decoration and a beautifully carved Jacobean pulpit. There are 15th-century wall paintings and a host of other treasures gathered throughout it's long history. It is a calm, peaceful church in which to spend time looking around and enjoy a few serene prayerful moments. Circled by many pleasurable towns and villages, Winslow makes an ideal base to explore the beautiful Vale of Aylesbury and take a look at lovely Buckinghamshire. Tourist Attractions include include: Silverstone Grand Prix course and museum, Stowe Gardens, Claydon House (NT), The River Great Ouse, Wildlife Park and Buckinghamshire Railway Centre. Please see below for other recommended attractions and towns to visit near Winslow Hall. Planning a visit? Please help support this website by booking your hotels near Winslow Hall and uploading your pictures. Please leave a review of this attraction. Distances and directions shown below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner Recommended attractions near Winslow Hall
All attractions in Buckinghamshire Complete A to Z of attractions in England Recommended towns near Winslow HallWinslow, in the county of Buckinghamshire (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) Middle Claydon, in the county of Buckinghamshire (3.7 miles, 5.9 km, direction SW) Whitchurch, in the county of Buckinghamshire (5.1 miles, 8.2 km, direction S) Buckingham, in the county of Buckinghamshire (6.0 miles, 9.6 km, direction NW) Bletchley, in the county of Buckinghamshire (6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction NE) Wing, in the county of Buckinghamshire (7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction SE) Stony Stratford, in the county of Buckinghamshire (7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction N) Milton Keynes, in the county of Buckinghamshire (8.0 miles, 12.8 km, direction NE) Aylesbury, in the county of Buckinghamshire (9.6 miles, 15.5 km, direction S) Woburn, in the county of Bedfordshire (11.1 miles, 17.9 km, direction E) Complete A to Z of towns in England Nearby travel help
Accommodation & Hotels near Winslow Hall
© 2001-2008 Pictures of England.com - All rights reserved - Terms & Conditions - Free Pictures |
User LoginUK Hotel SearchPicture ToursMore |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||