DiCamillo Companion
England

Rye House (Rye Castle)

Hoddesdon

Hertfordshire

England

Circa Date: 15th century

Status: Destroyed

House demolished; Gatehouse extant.

House Open to Public: No

Country House: Yes

The Gatehouse from a 1908 postcard

  • House & Family History: Rye House is famous for its part in the Rye House plot of 1683. All that remains today is the circa 1443 Gatehouse.

  • Garden & Outbuildings: The Gatehouse (circa 1443) is the only remaining building on the estate.

  • House Listed: Demolished

    Park Listed: Not Listed

  • Current Ownership Type: Demolished

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Demolished

  • House Open to Public: No

    Historic Houses Member: No

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