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England

Temple Grove (Sheen Grove)

East Sheen, Richmond-upon-Thames

London

England

Historic County: Surrey

Circa Date: Probably 17th century w/18th century alterations and additions

Status: Destroyed

Demolished 1908

House Open to Public: No

Country House: Yes

An early 19th century hand-colored engraving of the house from "The Beauties of England and Wales"

  • House & Family History: Temple Grove acquired its name because it was the home of the politician and diplomat Sir William Temple, who lived here in the 17th century with his secretary and personal assistant, Jonathan Swift. Between 1810 and 1907 the house served as Temple Grove School (the school moved to Eastbourne in 1907 and permanently closed in 2005). During the 19th century Temple Grove School was one of the "Famous Five" of English prep schools (the most prestigious and desirable schools).

  • Architect: Henry Holland

    Date: Circa 1790
    Designed: Alterations for 2nd Viscount Palmerston

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  • Title: Biographical Dictionary of British Architects, 1600-1840, A - HARDBACK
    Author: Colvin, Howard
    Year Published: 2008
    Reference: pg. 529
    Publisher: New Haven: Yale University Press
    ISBN: 9780300125085
    Book Type: Hardback

  • House Listed: Demolished

    Park Listed: Destroyed

  • Past Seat / Home of: Sir William Temple, 17th century; Henry Temple, 2nd Viscount Palmerston, late 18th-early 19th centuries.

    Current Ownership Type: Demolished

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Demolished

  • House Open to Public: No

    Historic Houses Member: No

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