Earlier Houses: There were probably a number of earlier houses on, or near, the site of the 19th century house. Elizabeth I is believed to have visited one of the earlier houses in 1573.
Built / Designed For: The Rev. William Nevill, 4th Earl of Abergavenny
Garden & Outbuildings: The estate today comprises 1,800 acres.
House Listed: Demolished
Park Listed: Not Listed
Past Seat / Home of: SEATED AT EARLIER HOUSES: Odo, Bishop of Baieux, 11th century. Ralph de Curva Spina, 12th century. Sir Edward Nevill, 15th century; George Nevill, 5th Baron Bergavenny, 16th century. SEATED AT 19TH CENTURY HOUSE: The Rev. William Nevill, 4th Earl of Abergavenny, circa 1834-1868.
Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust
Primary Current Ownership Use: Wedding & Event Venue
Ownership Details: The grounds can be booked for weddings and events
House Open to Public: Grounds Only - By Appointment
Phone: 01634-240-257
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://birlingestate.co.uk/
Historic Houses Member: No