Bower House

Not to be confused with Bower House Tye.

The Bower House is a grade I listed Palladian mansion in Havering-atte-Bower, England.[1] It was built in 1729 by Henry Flitcroft.[1] The stable block is separately grade I listed.[2] It incorporated architectural items salvaged from the ruined Havering Palace. It remained a private home until 1976 when it was purchased by the Ford Motor Company.[3] It is currently used as a religious training centre.[4] It forms part of the Open House London weekend.[5]

References

  1. 1 2 "Bower House, Orange Tree Hill, Havering-atte-Bower". Havering London Borough Council.
  2. ↑ "Stable Block at Bower House, Orange Tree Hill, Havering-atte-Bower". Havering London Borough Council.
  3. ↑ "Bower House". William Martin Group.
  4. ↑ "An Overview". Full Time Training in London.
  5. ↑ "Discover Havering - Open House 2009". Havering London Borough Council.

Coordinates: 51°36′43″N 0°10′59″E / 51.612°N 0.183°E / 51.612; 0.183

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