House & Family History: The Ribbesford Estate was first mentioned in the Anglo-Saxon charters in the early 11th century. The 16th century house was originally moated (mostly filled-in during the 18th century). During World War II the house and estate were requisitioned by the British government and used by the British, American, and French military. Later in the war Charles de Gaulle chose Ribbesford as the headquarters for his Free French officer cadets and used the estate to train 200 young men for the D-Day invasion force. In 1947 Ribbesford was purchased by Wing Commander Edward Howell, who converted the house into apartments; in the late 20th century it was reconverted back into a single family residence. Ribbesford was listed for sale in April 2018 with a guide price of £500,000.

House Listed: Grade II*

Park Listed: Not Listed

Past Seat / Home of: SEATED AT EARLIER HOUSE: Ralph de Mortimer, 11th century. SEATED AT CURRENT HOUSE: Edward Herbert, 1st Baron Herbert of Cherbury, 17th century; Sir Henry Herbert, 17th century. Wing Commander Edward Howell, 20th century.

Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust

Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home

House Open to Public: No

Historic Houses Member: No