Scheduled MonumentsEnglandA 16th century mansion and garden remains at Biddulph Old Hall

A 16th century mansion and garden remains at Biddulph Old Hall

England
List entry 1014688
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Overview

History & significance

Biddulph Old Hall is a sixteenth-century mansion and associated garden remains located in Staffordshire. The site represents a significant example of post-medieval domestic architecture and its surrounding landscape, dating from the Tudor period when such houses formed the residences of local gentry. The surviving structures and earthworks demonstrate the layout and character of a substantial Early Modern country house, with evidence of formal garden design typical of the sixteenth century. The monument preserves an important record of both architectural practice and horticultural arrangement during this formative period of English country house development.

A 16th century mansion and garden remains at Biddulph Old Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014688. View the official record →

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What is A 16th century mansion and garden remains at Biddulph Old Hall?

Biddulph Old Hall is a sixteenth-century mansion and associated garden remains located in Staffordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014688.

Who is responsible for protecting A 16th century mansion and garden remains at Biddulph Old Hall?

A 16th century mansion and garden remains at Biddulph Old Hall is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1014688.

What other scheduled monuments are near A 16th century mansion and garden remains at Biddulph Old Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Shepherd's Cross, 250m south east of Over Hall Farm (0.4 km), Ringwork castle in Bailey's Wood (0.8 km), The Bridestones Neolithic chambered long cairn. (2.4 km).

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