Bickleigh
Devon
England
Historic County: DevonshireCirca Date: 17th century w/1930s alterations and additions
Status: Partially Extant
House mostly destroyed (North Range extant) during Civil War; 15th century Gatehouse extant.
House Open to Public: Yes
Country House: Yes
The ruins of Bickleigh Manor House, circa 1825, from "Marshall's Select Views of Great Britain."
House & Family History: The great fortified manor house of Sir Henry Carew was destroyed during the Civil War. Before it was demolished by Parliamentarian troops, Queen Henrietta Maria lived at Bickleigh Castle (she fled for France after she received the news that Fairfax's Parliamentarian troops were approaching). Sir Henry was not allowed to rebuild; however, he was allowed to restore the large 15th century Gatehouse (which still stands and is Grade I-listed) and the thatched farmhouse. The Gatehouse, together with 35 acres, was listed for sale in April 2003 for £2 million.
Chapel & Church: The small Chapel, built between 1090 and 1110, is believed to be the oldest complete building in Devon.
Country Life: LXXXV, 416, 442, 1939.
Title: Country Life (magazine)
Author: NA
Year Published: NA
Reference: Apr 17, 2003, pg. 89
Publisher: Bath: Future plc
ISBN: NA
Book Type: Magazine
House Listed: Grade II
Park Listed: Not Listed
Past Seat / Home of: Sir Henry Carew, 17th century. M.J. Boxall, 20th-21st centuries.
Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust
Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home
House Open to Public: Yes
Phone: 01884-855-363
Historic Houses Member: No