Llanvihangel Court, Llanvihangel Crucorney, United Kingdom

Llanvihangel Court in Llanvihangel Crucorney is a Tudor country house. The origins of the house are medieval, with a traditional date of construction of 1471. The building was given its present appearance by a substantial enlargement and re-casing of circa 1600 by Rhys Morgan, of the family of the original owners. In the very early 17th century it was owned briefly by Edward Somerset, 4th Earl of Worcester.

In 1627 it was purchased by Nicholas Arnold and was further extended by him and by his heir John. Nicholas Arnold was a noted horse-breeder as well as Member of Parliament for Monmouthshire and was responsible for the construction of the Stable Block at Llanvihangel. His son was a notorious anti-Papist and Llanvihangel became a centre of the campaign against Monmouthshire recusants.

The court had a number of owners in the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, including the Earls of Oxford and Earls Mortimer. It remains a private house that is occasionally opened to the public and is a Grade I listed building. The stable block has its own Grade I listing, and the garden house, originally one of two on the site of a former walled garden, is listed Grade II.

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gareth morris (2 years ago)
Beautiful house, Christmas Fair is fantastic.

Asha Chuhan (2 years ago)
Wonderful house. I managed to see it all despite mobility problems. There is a slope around the side of house instead of all the steps leading up. Absolutely beautiful grounds, lovely area ,and very good value

Michael Joan (2 years ago)
Our visit revealed a jewel in our midst, a guided tour by the daughter of the house. A knowledgeable lady, prepared to listen and impart her experience growing up surrounded by this atmospheric place. My wife and I hope the business and the family prosper and the public access continues, well done. Kind regards, Michael and Joan Borrill

Glyn Llewellyn (3 years ago)
Fantastic venue for a Christmas Fayre, imposing and historic house full of varied and interesting stalls. Rooms lead off other rooms up leaning staircases across well trodden wooden floors. A huge flickering fireplace greets you in the ancient entrance hall and as you wander through the timbered and beamed rooms more open fires cast cosy comfort and light.

Imogen L (4 years ago)
so beautiful, especially at sunset

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