Abbotsbury, near Weymouth
Dorset
England
Historic County: DorsetshireStatus: Destroyed
Burned 1913; completely demolished 1934.
House Open to Public: House Demolished - Grounds Open to Public
Country House: Yes
The House, after the fire, from a circa 1913 postcard.
Garden & Outbuildings: The gardens were founded in 1765 by the Countess of Ilchester as a kitchen garden for the Castle. Since then the gardens have developed into a 20-acre site famous for its exotic plants.
House Listed: Demolished
Park Listed: Grade I
Past Seat / Home of: Countess of Ilchester, wife of Stephen Fox-Strangways, 1st Earl of Ilchester, 18th century.
Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust
Primary Current Ownership Use: Garden
House Open to Public: House Demolished - Grounds Open to Public
Phone: 01305-871-387
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.abbotsbury-tourism.co.uk
Awards: HHA/Christie's Garden of the Year Award 2012.
Historic Houses Member: Yes