DiCamillo Companion
England

Sopwell House

St. Albans

Hertfordshire

England

Circa Date: Early 18th century, incorporating earlier elements and 19th century alterations and additions

Status: Partially Extant

House Open to Public: By Appointment

Country House: Yes

  • House & Family History: In 1540 the Sopwell Nunnery Estate was granted by Henry VIII to Sir Richard Lee (1513-75), a soldier and royal engineer, upon the dissolution of St. Albans Abbey. Lee built his Tudor mansion in 1560 incorporating the nunnery buildings. Part of the House was dismantled and used in Gorhambury House circa 1777.

  • House Listed: Grade II

    Park Listed: Not Listed

  • Past Seat / Home of: Sir Richard Lee, 16th century.

    Current Ownership Type: Corporation

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Hotel

    Ownership Details: The ruins are owned by St. Albans Museums.

  • House Open to Public: By Appointment

    Phone: 01727-864-477

    Fax: 01727-220-820

    Email: [email protected]

    Website: http://sopwellhouse.co.uk

    Historic Houses Member: No

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