Photo: Glynde Place by Unknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Glynde Place is a Grade I listed historic house in East Sussex, and a member of Historic Houses. Read about its history, architecture and gardens, plus how to visit and what's nearby.
About Glynde Place
Glynde Place stands at the top of the village of Glynde in East Sussex, built in 1569 by William and Anne Morley from local flint, chalk and Caen stone.
It looks out over the Weald and the Sussex Downs from within the South Downs National Park.
The house remains a family home today, occupied by Francis and Caroline Hampden and their children.
Historic Houses members can visit for free on the guided tours that run through the summer months.
Read more on WikipediaHistory of Glynde Place
The house passed from the Morleys through the Trevors and the Brands before descending to the Viscounts Hampden, whose descendants still live there. One of its most notable owners was Colonel Herbert Morley, a leading Parliamentarian during the English Civil War. Between 2008 and 2013 the 7th Viscount Hampden organised a major renovation of the house, funded by the sale of one of the estate's paintings.
Architecture of Glynde Place
Built in 1568–9 in flint, chalk and Caen stone, Glynde Place is a Grade I listed Elizabethan manor house, with much of the guided tour taking place on the first floor.
Worth knowing
Colonel Herbert Morley, one of the house's early owners, was a prominent Parliamentarian figure during the Civil War period.
Gardens & grounds at Glynde Place
The gardens at Glynde Place are Grade II* listed and can be toured alongside the house on private group visits.
Facilities
Plan your visit to Glynde Place
Nearest station: Glynde Rail Station (0.4 miles)
Open seasonally; check Historic Houses or official website for current opening dates and times.
Admission
Free entry to Historic Houses members (show valid membership card)
Places to visit near Glynde Place
Historic places nearby
Within 5 miles of Glynde Place there are 2 historic properties, including 1 historic building and 1 historic house, across Historic Houses and National Trust sites.
Within 10 miles of Glynde Place there are 4 historic properties, including 2 historic buildings and 2 historic houses, across Historic Houses and National Trust sites.
Within 20 miles of Glynde Place there are 18 historic properties, including 8 historic houses, 6 historic buildings and 2 gardens, across Historic Houses, National Trust and English Heritage sites.
Facts
An Elizabethan manor still lived in by descendants of the family who built it in 1569.
- Type
- historic house
- Location
- East Sussex, England
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