Landscape record 0219102000 - Peterley Manor
Summary
Nineteenth century gardens and parkland surrounded by woods marked on historic maps at Peterley manor
Protected Status/Designation
- Planning Notification Area: Early 19th century gardens and park at Peterley Manor
Map
Type and Period (2)
- FORMAL GARDEN (First mentioned 1841, 19th Century to 21st Century - 1841 AD? to 2050 AD)
- PARK (First mentioned 16th century, 16th Century to 21st Century - 1500 AD to 2099 AD)
Description
The manor was granted to Geoffry Dormer in the 16th century and remained in the family untill the 20th century. The park extends to the rear of the house and is surrounded by woodland which predates the present house; the wood can be seen on the 1841 tithe map. The gardens of the house are shown on the 1st edition 6" OS maps and include formal features garden, lawn, beds, wooded walks, wilderness? And ponds. (NB it is thought that the site includes Peterley Wood)
(B4-5).
Sources (2)
- <4>SBC19002 Unpublished document: Buckinghamshire County Museum Archaeological Service. 1998. Historic Parks and Gardens Register Review.
- <5>SBC10010 Map: O.S. 6 INCH (1:10560) MAP 1ST EDITION (1876/83).
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SU 8798 9963 (637m by 721m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GREAT MISSENDEN, Chiltern, Buckinghamshire |
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Record last edited
Jun 5 2022 7:32PM
