Old Thorndon Hall

Ingrave, near Brentwood

Essex

England

Circa Date: 15th century w/18th century alterations

Status: Destroyed

Demolished, probably in the late 18th century.

House Open to Public: House Demolished - Grounds Open to Public

Country House: Yes

House & Family History: Old Thorndon Hall was located approximately one mile to the south in Ruin Wood, next to Old Hall Pond. The House was severeley damaged by fire in the early 18th century, which led to its demolition and replacement by the 18th century Palladian style Thorndon Hall.

House Replaced By: Thorndon Hall
Architect: Giacomo Leoni

Date of Birth: Circa 1686
Date of Death: 1746
Nationality: Italian
Notes: Leoni was an Italian architect who published Palladio's works in English.

Date: 1733-42
Designed: Remodeled House (later demolished) in in Palladian style for 8th Lord Petre

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House Listed: Demolished

Park Listed: Grade II
Past Seat / Home of: Lewis John, 15th century. Petre family, ?-1770s.

Current Ownership Type: Government

Primary Current Ownership Use: Public Park

Ownership Details: Large parts of the former Park are owned by Essex County Council and operated as the public Thorndon Country Park.
House Open to Public: House Demolished - Grounds Open to Public
Historic Houses Member: No

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