Membury Court

Heritage Site in Devon East Devon

England

Membury Court

St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon Credit: Ray Jennings

Membury Court is a historic estate located in Devon, England. The estate dates back to the 13th century and has a rich history that includes being owned by various noble families over the centuries. The current mansion was built in the 18th century and is a fine example of Georgian architecture.

The estate is set within beautiful parkland and gardens, featuring a mix of formal gardens, woodland walks, and a lake. The grounds also contain a variety of historic outbuildings, including a coach house and stables.

Membury Court is a Grade II listed building and is considered a heritage site of significant historical importance. The mansion itself boasts elegant interiors with period features such as grand staircases, ornate plasterwork, and antique furnishings.

Visitors to Membury Court can explore the estate and gardens, learn about its history through guided tours, and even stay overnight in the luxurious guest accommodation. The estate is also available for private events and weddings, offering a unique and picturesque setting for special occasions.

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Membury Court Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.825/-3.043 or Grid Reference ST2603. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon

Ray Jennings

St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon

Ray Jennings

Membury - Church of John the Baptist

The Parish Church of St John Baptist in Membury, Devon. Ref:P6060239ro.

Phil Brandon Hunter

Membury - Church of John the Baptist

The Parish Church of St John Baptist in Membury, Devon. Ref:P6060242a.

Phil Brandon Hunter

Membury: approaching Case Bridge

Case Bridge, out of shot, is a crossing of the river Yarty. Ahead the lane leads to Membury village. Looking north west

Martin Bodman

Membury: nearing Waterhouse Farm

On the public footpath from Case Bridge. Looking south-south-east. The farmhouse dates from the 16th century, according to W G Hoskins [W G Hoskins, Devon, Devon Books, 1992]

Martin Bodman

Membury: Yarty Farm

In the Yarty valley, looking north west. Seen from the footpath from Beckford Bridge

Martin Bodman

Membury: Beckford Bridge

An old packhorse bridge over the river Yarty. Looking west-south-west

Martin Bodman

Stockland: Cuckford Farm

By the lane from Kilmington to Stockland. Looking north-north-east

Martin Bodman

Membury: towards Furley

By the lane from Furley Cross. View towards Furley hamlet, which stands in a side valley of the Yarty, above Membury Court

Martin Bodman

Membury: by Challenger Farm

Looking west-south-west on the lane to Furley Cross

Martin Bodman

Membury: footpath near Lewsley Cross

Looking south-south-east by a small marsh-grown pond. The path runs downhill to the right although a second path appears to run by the edge of the pond

Martin Bodman

Membury: Sixpenny Moon

Cottage with plants for sale. Looking east-north-east

Martin Bodman

Membury: church dedicated to St John the Baptist

The churchyard has been cut out of a steep hillside; raised at the eastern end. Most of the church is fifteenth century, but the chancel is earlier. Looking south west

Martin Bodman

Membury: footpath to Membury Castle

Membury Castle is a late iron age fort which was defended by a single rampart and steep slopes on its western side. It stands above and to the east of the Yarty valley and W G Hoskins attributes it to the Dumnonii tribe as part of a system of defences against the Dorset-based Durotriges. The village is named after the fort: Membury = ‘stone fort’

Martin Bodman