House & Family History: The core of Kentchurch was built in the 14th century by the Scudamore family (Scudamore translates into "shield of love"), who arrived in England with William the Conqueror in 1066. Circa 1800 the Scudamores engaged John Nash for an extensive amount of work: remodeling the interiors and adding a new wing to the House, adding a new story to the 14th century tower, and refacing the exterior of the House. In 2011 Kentchurch was the subject of a Channel 4 television documentary hosted by hotelier Ruth Watson as part of her "Country House Rescue" series.

John Preston (J.P.) Neale, published under the title of Views of the Seats of Noblemen and Gentlemen in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, among other titles: 2.S. Vol. IV, 1828.

Country Life: CXL, 1632, 1688, 1734 [Photocopy], 1966.

House Listed: Grade I

Park Listed: Grade II

Current Seat / Home of: Lucas-Scudamore family; here since the 14th century.

Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust

Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home

House Open to Public: Limited Access

Phone: 01981-240-228

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.kentchurchcourt.co.uk

Historic Houses Member: No