Cottesbrooke Hall, Northampton, England
Record Id: 945
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Brief description of site
Cottesbrooke has formal 20th-century gardens, set in an 18th-century landscape park. The gardens include formal and wild gardens, Dutch and herb gardens, and a terrace border. There are water features and a Statue Walk.
Brief history of site
The present house was begun in 1702. The gardens and park were laid out in the 18th century by an unknown designer. Alterations have continued since, with new developments particularly in the 20th century.
Location information:
Address: Cottesbrooke Hall, Northampton, NN6 8PF
Locality: Northampton
Local Authorities:
Northamptonshire; Daventry; Cottesbrooke
Historical County: Northamptonshire
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 141 | Grid Ref: | SP711740 |
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| Latitude: | 52.35946 | Longitude: | -0.9573771 |
Directions:
North of Northampton, east of the A5199.
Key information:
Form of site: landscape park
Current use of site: Ornamental
Context or principal building: great house
Site first created: 1702 to 1799
Main period of development: 18th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 250
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