Mount Edgcumbe |
Hob Uid: 437551 | |
Location : Cornwall Maker-with-Rame
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Grid Ref : SX4530052750 |
Summary : Fortified house constructed circa 1553, destroyed in 1941 and rebuilt in 1959. Details of the original plan were recorded by E.M. Jope during its demolition prior to rebuilding and included round towers at the angles which were replaced by large octagonal towers during the late 18th century. A library wing was added in the 19th century. |
More information : (SX 45305275) Mount Edgcumb (NAT) (1) The original fortified mansion of Mount Edgcumbe was built about 1553 but was burnt down during the Second World War; it was rebuilt on the original foundations in 1959. Details of the original plan were recorded by E.M. Jope during its demolition prior to rebuilding. The 16th century house had round towers at the angles which were replaced by large octagonal towers in the late 18th century; a library wing was added in the 19th century. The entrance hall was lofty and imposing with marble columns and pilasters. (7) (See illustration for plan of house 1894&1968)
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