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Old Soar Manor

Heritage Site in Kent Tonbridge and Malling

England

Old Soar Manor

Old Sour Road
Old Sour Road Credit: PAUL FARMER

Old Soar Manor is a historic building located in the village of Plaxtol, Kent, England. This medieval manor house dates back to the 13th century and stands as a testament to the architectural heritage of the region. The manor is a Grade I listed building, recognizing its national significance and outstanding historical value.

The manor is constructed primarily of ragstone and timber-framing, showcasing the architectural styles of the medieval period. It consists of a central hall with two wings, creating a U-shaped plan. The interior features a magnificent great hall with a timber roof and an impressive stone fireplace, showcasing the grandeur of the era.

One of the notable features of Old Soar Manor is its beautifully preserved medieval wall paintings. These intricate murals depict various religious scenes, including the Seven Deadly Sins and the Virgin and Child. The vibrant colors and detailed craftsmanship of these paintings make them a remarkable example of medieval artistry.

Surrounded by picturesque countryside, the manor is set within a tranquil landscape of gardens, orchards, and rolling fields. It offers visitors a glimpse into the rural lifestyle of the medieval gentry. The manor is open to the public and is managed by the National Trust, ensuring its preservation and accessibility for future generations.

Old Soar Manor is a captivating heritage site that provides a unique opportunity to explore the architectural and artistic marvels of medieval England. It stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of the region, making it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and admirers of medieval architecture.

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Old Sour Road
Old Sour Road
Old Soar Manor Old Soar Manor is a complete portion of stone manor house built c.1290.
Old Soar Manor
Old Soar Manor is a complete portion of stone manor house built c.1290.
Long Mill Lane Crouch A new house adjacent to the Grey Ladies Oasts
Long Mill Lane Crouch
A new house adjacent to the Grey Ladies Oasts
Harvest at Long Mill Lane Crouch Looking across to Sheet Hill
Harvest at Long Mill Lane Crouch
Looking across to Sheet Hill
Sign at Plaxtol Spout This sign is beside a small residential development that is on the site of Hyders Forge.
Sign at Plaxtol Spout
This sign is beside a small residential development that is on the site of Hyders Forge.
Plaxtol Church This church is unusual in having no dedication. It was built in 1649, but has 19C windows. It is listed, Grade II*. The war memorial is not yet listed.
Plaxtol Church
This church is unusual in having no dedication. It was built in 1649, but has 19C windows. It is listed, Grade II*. The war memorial is not yet listed.
Grass triangle with copper beech tree, Plaxtol
Grass triangle with copper beech tree, Plaxtol
Topiary at Nut Tree Hall, Plaxtol Nut Tree Hall is listed, Grade II, and the listing details state that it was built in the 16C, and restored and altered in 1905 by Harrison Townsend.
Topiary at Nut Tree Hall, Plaxtol
Nut Tree Hall is listed, Grade II, and the listing details state that it was built in the 16C, and restored and altered in 1905 by Harrison Townsend.
Grange Hill at The Grange, Plaxtol The Grange is listed, Grade II*, and the listing details include: "House. Early C17 house refronted in 1702, remodelled in 1926 by Sir Edwin Lutyens." The 18C wall and gate piers are also listed, Grade II.
Grange Hill at The Grange, Plaxtol
The Grange is listed, Grade II*, and the listing details include: "House. Early C17 house refronted in 1702, remodelled in 1926 by Sir Edwin Lutyens." The 18C wall and gate piers are also listed, Grade II.
Grass triangle with village sign, Plaxtol This is perhaps a tiny village green, although on the outskirts rather than at the centre of the village. It has the classic pairing of a red telephone kiosk and a letter box, and also an old-style signpost, a village notice board, a bench and a centrally-placed litter bin.
Grass triangle with village sign, Plaxtol
This is perhaps a tiny village green, although on the outskirts rather than at the centre of the village. It has the classic pairing of a red telephone kiosk and a letter box, and also an old-style signpost, a village notice board, a bench and a centrally-placed litter bin.
Old Soar Manor House, Plaxtol The 18C red-brick house, which is listed, Grade II, is on the site of the hall of a medieval manor house, built in 1290 by William de Hore. The stone buildings to the right are the solar and chapel of the manor house, which is a scheduled ancient monument owned by the National Trust and open to the public via a separate entrance.
Old Soar Manor House, Plaxtol
The 18C red-brick house, which is listed, Grade II, is on the site of the hall of a medieval manor house, built in 1290 by William de Hore. The stone buildings to the right are the solar and chapel of the manor house, which is a scheduled ancient monument owned by the National Trust and open to the public via a separate entrance.
The chapel, solar and garderobe wing, Old Soar Manor House, Plaxtol These are the surviving parts of the manor house, which was built in 1290 by William de Hore. The chapel is in the foreground. This would have has an entrance at the top of an external staircase, but is now accessed from the solar by doorway inserted much later when the building was used as a granary. The solar is behind the chapel; the entrance is to the left, through a doorway into the barrel-roofed undercroft. The garderobe wing projects from the solar, and you can just see the round-headed doorway through which the manure was extracted.
The chapel, solar and garderobe wing, Old Soar Manor House, Plaxtol
These are the surviving parts of the manor house, which was built in 1290 by William de Hore. The chapel is in the foreground. This would have has an entrance at the top of an external staircase, but is now accessed from the solar by doorway inserted much later when the building was used as a granary. The solar is behind the chapel; the entrance is to the left, through a doorway into the barrel-roofed undercroft. The garderobe wing projects from the solar, and you can just see the round-headed doorway through which the manure was extracted.
The lane to the north from Old Soar Manor House, Plaxtol I was interested in the wooden fence on the right, which I presume is a traditional type.
The lane to the north from Old Soar Manor House, Plaxtol
I was interested in the wooden fence on the right, which I presume is a traditional type.
Footpath next to Long Mill Lane This footpath makes a right angled bend just ahead and then leads to Allens Lane.
Footpath next to Long Mill Lane
This footpath makes a right angled bend just ahead and then leads to Allens Lane.
Track in Hurst Wood Hurst Wood is part of Mereworth Woods. During the Second World War the area was one of many in South East England taken over by the British Army for training purposes and on walking around the woods you can sometimes see tank traps and other concrete structures. Today Mereworth Woods are a wildlife haven.
Track in Hurst Wood
Hurst Wood is part of Mereworth Woods. During the Second World War the area was one of many in South East England taken over by the British Army for training purposes and on walking around the woods you can sometimes see tank traps and other concrete structures. Today Mereworth Woods are a wildlife haven.
Hurst Wood Hurst Wood is part of Mereworth Woods. During the Second World War the area was one of many in South East England taken over by the British Army for training purposes and on walking around the woods you can sometimes see tank traps and other concrete structures. Today Mereworth Woods are a wildlife haven.
Hurst Wood
Hurst Wood is part of Mereworth Woods. During the Second World War the area was one of many in South East England taken over by the British Army for training purposes and on walking around the woods you can sometimes see tank traps and other concrete structures. Today Mereworth Woods are a wildlife haven.
Hurst Wood Hurst Wood is part of Mereworth Woods. During the Second World War the area was one of many in South East England taken over by the British Army for training purposes and on walking around the woods you can sometimes see tank traps and other concrete structures. Today Mereworth Woods are a wildlife haven.
Hurst Wood
Hurst Wood is part of Mereworth Woods. During the Second World War the area was one of many in South East England taken over by the British Army for training purposes and on walking around the woods you can sometimes see tank traps and other concrete structures. Today Mereworth Woods are a wildlife haven.
Plaxtol: view east off School Lane On the high ground across the valley are Mereworth Woods.
Plaxtol: view east off School Lane
On the high ground across the valley are Mereworth Woods.
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Old Soar Manor is located at Grid Ref: TQ6154 (Lat: 51.263, Lng: 0.32)

Administrative County: Kent

District: Tonbridge and Malling

Police Authority: Kent

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