DiCamillo Companion
England

The Leasowes

  • House & Family History: The 18th century poet William Shenstone was born at The Leasowes.

  • Garden & Outbuildings: The grounds that Shenstone laid out at The Leasowes drew many famous visitors, including Mathew Boulton, William Pitt, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson.

  • House Listed: Grade I

    Park Listed: Grade I

  • Past Seat / Home of: William Shenstone, 18th century.

    Current Ownership Type: Government

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Club

    Ownership Details: Since 1906 Halesowen Golf Club.

  • House Open to Public: No

    Phone: 01215-013-606

    Email: [email protected]

    Website: https://halesowengc.co.uk/

    Historic Houses Member: No