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Firle Place

Heritage Site in Sussex

England

Firle Place

Flowers in the Beanstalk Tea Garden
Flowers in the Beanstalk Tea Garden Credit: Ian Cunliffe

Firle Place, located in the beautiful countryside of Sussex, England, is a historic heritage site that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and grandeur of the area. This magnificent country house, surrounded by picturesque gardens and rolling hills, has been home to the Gage family for over 500 years.

Built in the 15th century, Firle Place showcases a fascinating blend of architectural styles, including Tudor, Jacobean, and Georgian influences. The house features an impressive Great Hall, adorned with intricate woodwork and a stunning carved stone fireplace. Visitors can explore the numerous rooms, each exuding its own unique charm and displaying a collection of fine art, antique furniture, and family heirlooms.

The gardens at Firle Place are a true delight for nature enthusiasts. Designed in the 18th century, they offer a mix of formal and informal landscapes, including a walled garden, a sunken garden, and a charming rose garden. The tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking views make it the perfect place for a leisurely stroll or a peaceful picnic.

In addition to its architectural and natural beauty, Firle Place also hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, special exhibitions, and even outdoor theater performances. The estate also includes a café where visitors can relax and indulge in delicious local treats.

Firle Place, with its rich history, stunning architecture, and captivating gardens, is truly a treasure of Sussex. A visit to this remarkable heritage site is sure to leave visitors with a deeper appreciation for the region's cultural heritage and natural splendor.

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Firle Place Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.847/0.095 or Grid Reference TQ4707. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flowers in the Beanstalk Tea Garden
Flowers in the Beanstalk Tea Garden
Door in Firle
Door in Firle
View WNW towards Mount Caburn This was taken from the permissive path that links the Old Coach Road to Charleston Farmhouse.
View WNW towards Mount Caburn
This was taken from the permissive path that links the Old Coach Road to Charleston Farmhouse.
Barn and tank at Charleston Farm
Barn and tank at Charleston Farm
View north from Beddingham Hill The white patch is the chalk pit at Glynde, which is further left.
View north from Beddingham Hill
The white patch is the chalk pit at Glynde, which is further left.
Firle Village Hall Built as a reading room by public subscription to honour the Gage family, owners of much of the village and land around.
Firle Village Hall
Built as a reading room by public subscription to honour the Gage family, owners of much of the village and land around.
Firle Stores The shop, as well as many of the houses in the village, is owned by the estate - had it been in private hands it could very easily have been converted to residential use
Firle Stores
The shop, as well as many of the houses in the village, is owned by the estate - had it been in private hands it could very easily have been converted to residential use
Beanstalk at Firle Cottage on the old coach road near to Firle village, welcome stop for weary walkers providing teas at weekends in summer in secluded garden to rear
Beanstalk at Firle
Cottage on the old coach road near to Firle village, welcome stop for weary walkers providing teas at weekends in summer in secluded garden to rear
Firle Place staircase Firle Place features in the list compiled by Simon Jenkins of the top hundred houses - some of the finest artwork and furniture - in a superb parkland below the scarp slopes of the South Downs.
Firle Place staircase
Firle Place features in the list compiled by Simon Jenkins of the top hundred houses - some of the finest artwork and furniture - in a superb parkland below the scarp slopes of the South Downs.
View over the South Downs from the track leading from the A27 up Beddingham Hill Looking north-northwest.
View over the South Downs from the track leading from the A27 up Beddingham Hill
Looking north-northwest.
View over the South Downs from the track leading from the A27 up Beddingham Hill Looking north-northwest.
View over the South Downs from the track leading from the A27 up Beddingham Hill
Looking north-northwest.
Firle from the Bostal seats Firle Bostal offers free parking and seats to enjoy this panorama which includes Firle village, the busy A27, railway and the wooded landscape of the High Weald.
Firle from the Bostal seats
Firle Bostal offers free parking and seats to enjoy this panorama which includes Firle village, the busy A27, railway and the wooded landscape of the High Weald.
Downtown Firle The lane between the Post Office and the two cottages is The Dock.
Downtown Firle
The lane between the Post Office and the two cottages is The Dock.
The Dock, Firle Although the map may suggest otherwise The Dock does not provide a route for traffic between the village and Firle Place.
The Dock, Firle
Although the map may suggest otherwise The Dock does not provide a route for traffic between the village and Firle Place.
St Peter, Firle - tomb of Sir Edward Gage There are three alabaster tomb chests of members of the Gage family in the Gage Chapel, all made in 1595. This is the tomb of Sir Edward Gage (d.1569) and his wife standing in the north-east corner of the chapel.
St Peter, Firle - tomb of Sir Edward Gage
There are three alabaster tomb chests of members of the Gage family in the Gage Chapel, all made in 1595. This is the tomb of Sir Edward Gage (d.1569) and his wife standing in the north-east corner of the chapel.
St Peter, Firle - tomb of John Gage There are three alabaster tomb chests of members of the Gage family in the Gage Chapel, all made in 1595. This is the tomb of John Gage (d.1598) and his two wives standing in the north-west corner of the chapel. All three were commissioned by John Gage himself.
St Peter, Firle - tomb of John Gage
There are three alabaster tomb chests of members of the Gage family in the Gage Chapel, all made in 1595. This is the tomb of John Gage (d.1598) and his two wives standing in the north-west corner of the chapel. All three were commissioned by John Gage himself.
Descent from Firle Beacon The path passes through Firle Plantation in the foreground towards Firle itself. The high ground in the centre of the horizon is The Caburn, a chalky outlier separated from the main strike of the South Downs by the River Ouse and its tributary Glynde Reach.
Descent from Firle Beacon
The path passes through Firle Plantation in the foreground towards Firle itself. The high ground in the centre of the horizon is The Caburn, a chalky outlier separated from the main strike of the South Downs by the River Ouse and its tributary Glynde Reach.
South Downs escarpment near Firle Beacon Taken from the steep descent from Firle Beacon looking east along the escarpment and across the Low Weald.
South Downs escarpment near Firle Beacon
Taken from the steep descent from Firle Beacon looking east along the escarpment and across the Low Weald.
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Firle Place is located at Grid Ref: TQ4707 (Lat: 50.847, Lng: 0.095)

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