House & Family History: Samares Manor is the traditional home of the seigneur (lord) of the parish.

Garden & Outbuildings: Samares Manor is surrounded by 14 acres of landscaped gardens, created in the 1920s by Sir James Knott, the shipping line owner and philanthropist. It includes a Japanese Garden, Herb Garden, Water Garden, Willow Labyrinth, and the 16th century colombier (dovecote).

House Listed: Not Listed

Park Listed: Not Listed

Current Seat / Home of: Obbard family (descendants of Lady Elizabeth Knott)

Past Seat / Home of: Sir James and Lady Margaret Knott, 1924-34.

Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust

Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home

Ownership Details: Holiday accommodation can be booked on the Estate

House Open to Public: Grounds Only

Phone: 01534-870-551

Fax: 01534-768-949

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.samaresmanor.com

Historic Houses Member: No