Fillingham Castle (Summer Castle)

Fillingham, West Lindsey

Lincolnshire

England

Circa Date: 1765 w/19th century alterations and additions

Status: Fully Extant

House Open to Public: No

Country House: Yes

Built / Designed For: Sir Cecil Wray
Architect: John Carr

Date of Birth: 1723
Date of Death: 1807
Nationality: British
Nickname: Carr of York
Notes: Known as "Carr of York," most of his work was in the north of England, primarily in his native Yorkshire. Carr's only major work in the south was Basildon Park in Berkshire. Carr probably designed more stables (over 40) than any other Georgian architect.

Date: Circa 1765
Designed: House for Sir Cecil Wray
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House Listed: Grade I

Park Listed: Grade II
Past Seat / Home of: Sir Cecil Wray, 18th century; Cecil Wray Townshend, 19th century.

Current Ownership Type: Unknown

Primary Current Ownership Use: Unknown
House Open to Public: No
Historic Houses Member: No

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