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Belmont House and gardens [1] Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [1] Credit: Michael Dibb

Barn Wood is a small village located in the county of Kent, England. Situated within the scenic landscape of the Kent Downs, it is surrounded by lush green fields and woodlands, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village of Barn Wood is named after the abundance of barns that were traditionally constructed in the area. These barns were primarily used for storing agricultural produce and livestock, reflecting the agricultural heritage of the region.

The village itself is characterized by its quaint charm and traditional architecture. Many of the buildings in Barn Wood are constructed from the locally sourced timber, giving them a distinct rustic appearance. The use of barn wood in construction adds to the village's unique character, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings.

The surrounding forest in Barn Wood offers a haven for wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and nature walks. The woodland is home to a variety of native species, including deer, foxes, and a diverse range of birdlife.

For visitors looking to explore the area, there are several walking trails that meander through the forest, providing breathtaking views of the countryside. Additionally, the village is located in close proximity to other attractions in Kent, such as historic castles, picturesque villages, and stunning coastlines.

Overall, Barn Wood in Kent offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural surroundings and experience the charm of a traditional English village.

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Belmont House and gardens [1] Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [1]
Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [2] The south front of the house. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [2]
The south front of the house. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [3] Stretching for some 200 yards on the east side of the house is this 18th century ha ha. Some 4 feet deep, constructed of yellow brick with two fine sets of wrought iron gates. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343979" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343979">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [3]
Stretching for some 200 yards on the east side of the house is this 18th century ha ha. Some 4 feet deep, constructed of yellow brick with two fine sets of wrought iron gates. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [4] Stretching for some 200 yards on the east side of the house is this 18th century ha ha. Some 4 feet deep, constructed of yellow brick with two fine sets of wrought iron gates. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343979" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343979">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [4]
Stretching for some 200 yards on the east side of the house is this 18th century ha ha. Some 4 feet deep, constructed of yellow brick with two fine sets of wrought iron gates. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [5] The east face of the courtyard block. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [5]
The east face of the courtyard block. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [6] The north front of the house. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [6]
The north front of the house. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [7] The gardens to the north of the courtyard block. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [7]
The gardens to the north of the courtyard block. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [8] The walls around the garden to the north of the courtyard block are of red brick, about 10 feet high, and were erected in the 18th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1069172" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1069172">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [8]
The walls around the garden to the north of the courtyard block are of red brick, about 10 feet high, and were erected in the 18th century. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [9] The pond in the garden to the north of the courtyard block. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [9]
The pond in the garden to the north of the courtyard block. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [10] Some fierce animals inhabit the gardens of Belmont. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [10]
Some fierce animals inhabit the gardens of Belmont. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [11] The shell grotto. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [11]
The shell grotto. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [12] Park House, within the estate. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [12]
Park House, within the estate. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [13] The cricket pavilion. The 4th Lord Harris played test match cricket for England and later was an influential cricket administrator. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [13]
The cricket pavilion. The 4th Lord Harris played test match cricket for England and later was an influential cricket administrator. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [14] A view across the cricket field. The 4th Lord Harris played test match cricket for England and later was an influential cricket administrator. The car park signs are in readiness for the Woodfest and Country Fair event. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [14]
A view across the cricket field. The 4th Lord Harris played test match cricket for England and later was an influential cricket administrator. The car park signs are in readiness for the Woodfest and Country Fair event. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [15] Two willow figures box. For those too young to know, Henry Cooper and Frank Bruno were two heavyweight British boxers. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [15]
Two willow figures box. For those too young to know, Henry Cooper and Frank Bruno were two heavyweight British boxers. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and gardens [16] Hand water pump attached to west range of the courtyard. Wooden body, leaded spout, curved handle. Dated 1790. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1343978">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000293">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Belmont House and gardens [16]
Hand water pump attached to west range of the courtyard. Wooden body, leaded spout, curved handle. Dated 1790. Belmont House and gardens is a small country estate near Faversham. The house, built between 1769 and 1793 is a fine unspoilt example of Georgian architecture. The house was the home of the Harris family for 200 years and is famous for a very extensive collection of clocks acquired by the 5th Lord Harris. The estate extends to some 3,000 acres, of which 14 acres are gardens of renown. The house, stable courtyard and water pump are listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The gardens are on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Belmont House and Gardens: Courtyard and tearoom
Belmont House and Gardens: Courtyard and tearoom
Belmont House and Gardens: Tack room with family history chart
Belmont House and Gardens: Tack room with family history chart
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Barn Wood is located at Grid Ref: TQ9756 (Lat: 51.273784, Lng: 0.82919767)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Swale

Police Authority: Kent

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