Lordington House

Heritage Site in Sussex

England

Lordington House

King's Cottage, Racton: early September 2021 Also see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.pastfinders.com/sussexhistory/charles_ii.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.pastfinders.com/sussexhistory/charles_ii.htm">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>
King's Cottage, Racton: early September 2021 Credit: Basher Eyre

Lordington House is a historic manor house located in the picturesque countryside of Sussex, England. Dating back to the late 16th century, the house is a fine example of Elizabethan architecture and is recognized as a designated heritage site.

Situated on a sprawling estate encompassing lush gardens and rolling landscapes, Lordington House has been carefully preserved and restored over the centuries. The house features a distinctive red-brick façade with stone detailing, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship of the era. Its symmetrical design, grand entrance, and large mullioned windows add to its majestic charm.

Step inside, and visitors are transported back in time as they explore the interior of Lordington House. The house boasts several well-preserved period rooms, including a magnificent oak-paneled Great Hall, adorned with ornate plasterwork and a large fireplace. The Drawing Room showcases exquisite tapestries and antique furniture, while the Library houses a vast collection of rare books and manuscripts.

The grounds surrounding Lordington House are equally impressive. The manicured gardens feature terraces, a parterre, and a charming rose garden, all of which provide a serene backdrop for leisurely strolls. Additionally, the estate boasts a picturesque lake and a woodland area, perfect for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.

Lordington House is open to the public, offering guided tours that provide insight into the rich history and architectural significance of the property. It is a popular destination for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and those looking to experience the grandeur of the Elizabethan era in a stunning natural setting.

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King's Cottage, Racton: early September 2021 Also see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.pastfinders.com/sussexhistory/charles_ii.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.pastfinders.com/sussexhistory/charles_ii.htm">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>
King's Cottage, Racton: early September 2021
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Ledger slab: Elizabeth Gounter A ledger slab is an inscribed stone slab laid into the floor of a church to commemorate or mark the place of the burial of a wealthy deceased person. The term derives  from the Old English liċġan, meaning to lie down. They may be made of  Tournai marble, Sussex Marble, Nottingham alabaster or Swithland Slate.
Ledger slab: Elizabeth Gounter
A ledger slab is an inscribed stone slab laid into the floor of a church to commemorate or mark the place of the burial of a wealthy deceased person. The term derives from the Old English liċġan, meaning to lie down. They may be made of Tournai marble, Sussex Marble, Nottingham alabaster or Swithland Slate.
Racton Church: memorial to an admiral For more information see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby">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>
Racton Church: memorial to an admiral
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Racton Church: flowers by the altar
Racton Church: flowers by the altar
Racton Church: a wife's memorial for her husband His wife Ethel was the daughter of Admiral of the Fleet Geoffrey Hornby <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geoffrey_Hornby" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geoffrey_Hornby">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> and the sibling of Admiral Robert Hornby <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby">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> and Brigadier-General Edmund Hornby VC <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Hornby">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>
Racton Church: a wife's memorial for her husband
His wife Ethel was the daughter of Admiral of the Fleet Geoffrey Hornby LinkExternal link and the sibling of Admiral Robert Hornby LinkExternal link and Brigadier-General Edmund Hornby VC LinkExternal link
Racton Church: memorial to a former rector Frederick Henry Arnold, LL.D (19 October 1830 - 4 May 1906) was born in Sussex and educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He was ordained in 1860. After a curacy at Barlavington he was the incumbent of Appledram from 1861 to 1865 when he was appointed Rector of Racton with Lordington.
Racton Church: memorial to a former rector
Frederick Henry Arnold, LL.D (19 October 1830 - 4 May 1906) was born in Sussex and educated at Trinity College, Dublin. He was ordained in 1860. After a curacy at Barlavington he was the incumbent of Appledram from 1861 to 1865 when he was appointed Rector of Racton with Lordington.
Racton Church: floor memorial I also found this <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://ancestors.familysearch.org/en/KZFM-FLQ/colonel-george-gounter-of-racton-1620" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://ancestors.familysearch.org/en/KZFM-FLQ/colonel-george-gounter-of-racton-1620">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>
Racton Church: floor memorial
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Racton Church: incumbency board
Racton Church: incumbency board
Racton Church: always look up These knightly symbols are quite a rarity
Racton Church: always look up
These knightly symbols are quite a rarity
Racton Church: a politician's gravestone For more about Sir Michael Hamilton see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Hamilton_(politician)" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Hamilton_(politician)">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>
Racton Church: a politician's gravestone
For more about Sir Michael Hamilton see LinkExternal link
Field edge in late sunlight above Funtington The distant water is Chichester Harbour, with the sea on the horizon.
Field edge in late sunlight above Funtington
The distant water is Chichester Harbour, with the sea on the horizon.
Farmland at Asdean Park
Farmland at Asdean Park
Farmland with pigsties at Asdean Park
Farmland with pigsties at Asdean Park
Asdean House and Farm
Asdean House and Farm
Haresfoot Close, Funtington, seen across fields
Haresfoot Close, Funtington, seen across fields
Private drive to Funtington Down House
Private drive to Funtington Down House
Track to Walderton On bridleway number 471 descending from Walderton Down.
Track to Walderton
On bridleway number 471 descending from Walderton Down.
Walderton Village Beside the junction of the main street in Walderton with Cooks Lane.
Walderton Village
Beside the junction of the main street in Walderton with Cooks Lane.
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Lordington House is located at Grid Ref: SU7809 (Lat: 50.878, Lng: -0.883)

Police Authority: Sussex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.878,-0.883
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
Bus: yes
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Naptan Verified: no
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Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.8784422/-0.8900108
Barrier: stile
Material: wood
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.8801948/-0.8883841
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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