DiCamillo Companion
England

Whaddon Hall (Whaddon Old Hall)

  • Earlier Houses: An earlier manor house, Whaddon Old Hall, on the site was destroyed in the late 18th century.

    House & Family History: During World War II Whaddon Hall served as the headquarters of Section VIII of the Secret Intelligence Service (MI-6). The Station X wireless interception function was transferred here from Bletchley Park in February of 1940.

  • House Listed: Grade II

    Park Listed: Not Listed

  • Past Seat / Home of: Selby family (Selby-Lowndes family), 19th century.

    Current Ownership Type: Flat Owners Company / Condo Association

    Primary Current Ownership Use: Flats / Multi Family

    Ownership Details: Converted into four flats in the 1980s

  • House Open to Public: No

    Historic Houses Member: No