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Spain's Hall

Heritage Site in Essex

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Spain's Hall

Heatwave at Finchingfield Taken mid-afternoon on Tuesday 19th July, 2022, just as our car outside temperature indicator rose to 40 degrees Celsius breaking all UK heat records to date, we look north east onto the charming village setting of Finchingfield, north Essex.
Heatwave at Finchingfield Credit: Trevor Alder

Spain's Hall is a historic estate located in Essex, England. The property dates back to the 16th century and has been home to the Ruggles-Brise family for over 250 years. The hall itself is a stunning example of Tudor architecture, with its distinctive half-timbered façade and grand oak-panelled interiors.

The estate also features beautifully landscaped gardens, including a formal parterre, a walled garden, and a peaceful woodland area. The grounds are home to a variety of rare plants and trees, as well as an abundance of wildlife.

Spain's Hall is open to the public for tours and events, allowing visitors to explore the rich history and unique beauty of this heritage site. The estate also hosts a variety of activities, such as guided walks, gardening workshops, and historical re-enactments.

Overall, Spain's Hall is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, architecture, and the natural beauty of the English countryside. Its picturesque setting and well-preserved historic buildings make it a truly special place to explore.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.983/0.44 or Grid Reference TL6734. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Heatwave at Finchingfield Taken mid-afternoon on Tuesday 19th July, 2022, just as our car outside temperature indicator rose to 40 degrees Celsius breaking all UK heat records to date, we look north east onto the charming village setting of Finchingfield, north Essex.
Heatwave at Finchingfield
Taken mid-afternoon on Tuesday 19th July, 2022, just as our car outside temperature indicator rose to 40 degrees Celsius breaking all UK heat records to date, we look north east onto the charming village setting of Finchingfield, north Essex.
Finchingfield on the hottest day, 40 degrees Taken on the afternoon of July 19th, 2022, here we see ducks cooling in the water at Finchingfield, north Essex. The temperature this day broke all records to date, 40 degrees Celsius. The delightful windmill is seen in the background.
Finchingfield on the hottest day, 40 degrees
Taken on the afternoon of July 19th, 2022, here we see ducks cooling in the water at Finchingfield, north Essex. The temperature this day broke all records to date, 40 degrees Celsius. The delightful windmill is seen in the background.
Finchingfield Church The church with its 18th century cupola is a key feature of the village scene.
Finchingfield Church
The church with its 18th century cupola is a key feature of the village scene.
The Fox Inn at Finchingfield Features some pargetting which is characteristic of Essex and Suffolk.
The Fox Inn at Finchingfield
Features some pargetting which is characteristic of Essex and Suffolk.
Finchingfield's pond and green The Fox Inn is on the right.
Finchingfield's pond and green
The Fox Inn is on the right.
Finchingfield windmill A Grade II Listed post mill dating from the early 18th century. This small timber framed, weatherboarded mill was brought from elsewhere and erected on a mill mound before 1840. The brick roundhouse was added in 1840. The earliest date carved on the wooden structure is 1753. Visited during National Mills Open Days.
Finchingfield windmill
A Grade II Listed post mill dating from the early 18th century. This small timber framed, weatherboarded mill was brought from elsewhere and erected on a mill mound before 1840. The brick roundhouse was added in 1840. The earliest date carved on the wooden structure is 1753. Visited during National Mills Open Days.
Finchingfield Mill A Grade II Listed post mill dating from the early 18th century. This small timber framed, weatherboarded mill was brought from elsewhere and erected on a mill mound before 1840. The brick roundhouse was added in 1840. The earliest date carved on the wooden structure is 1753. Visited during National Mills Open Days.
Finchingfield Mill
A Grade II Listed post mill dating from the early 18th century. This small timber framed, weatherboarded mill was brought from elsewhere and erected on a mill mound before 1840. The brick roundhouse was added in 1840. The earliest date carved on the wooden structure is 1753. Visited during National Mills Open Days.
Finchingfield Windmill A Grade II Listed post mill dating from the early 18th century. This small timber framed, weatherboarded mill was brought from elsewhere and erected on a mill mound before 1840. The brick roundhouse was added in 1840. The earliest date carved on the wooden structure is 1753. Visited during National Mills Open Days.
Finchingfield Windmill
A Grade II Listed post mill dating from the early 18th century. This small timber framed, weatherboarded mill was brought from elsewhere and erected on a mill mound before 1840. The brick roundhouse was added in 1840. The earliest date carved on the wooden structure is 1753. Visited during National Mills Open Days.
Ford at Bumpstead Lodge This ford is found beside Bumpstead Lodge on the track leading to Spainshall Farm.
Ford at Bumpstead Lodge
This ford is found beside Bumpstead Lodge on the track leading to Spainshall Farm.
Finchingfield church
Finchingfield church
Finchingfield The blue house doesn't fit in with the rest of the housing on this rise.
Finchingfield
The blue house doesn't fit in with the rest of the housing on this rise.
Jemima's Tea Room A rare tea room located in a stunning village in Essex.
Jemima's Tea Room
A rare tea room located in a stunning village in Essex.
Finchingfield View looking up towards the Church and Red Lion, with the green and village sign. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/803997">TL6832 : Finchingfield, Essex taken 1964</a> is how this village looked in 1964. Fewer cars and no village sign on the green.
Finchingfield
View looking up towards the Church and Red Lion, with the green and village sign. TL6832 : Finchingfield, Essex taken 1964 is how this village looked in 1964. Fewer cars and no village sign on the green.
Windmill at Finchingfield The Windmill at Finchingfield is on a small hill and stands out.
Windmill at Finchingfield
The Windmill at Finchingfield is on a small hill and stands out.
Finchingfield, Village Pond and Sign. One of Essex's most picturesque villages, Finchingfield also has a hilltop church and a windmill. The view appears to have changed little over the years if the sign carries a true representation.
Finchingfield, Village Pond and Sign.
One of Essex's most picturesque villages, Finchingfield also has a hilltop church and a windmill. The view appears to have changed little over the years if the sign carries a true representation.
Former Guildhall, Finchingfield, Essex This long timber-framed building, dated 1500, was once the Guildhall. On the far right you can see an opening where there are two steps. This is a public gateway through to the parish church that stands behind.
Former Guildhall, Finchingfield, Essex
This long timber-framed building, dated 1500, was once the Guildhall. On the far right you can see an opening where there are two steps. This is a public gateway through to the parish church that stands behind.
The Round House, Finchingfield, Essex It is called the Round House even though it is a hexagonal shape. It was built by the squire of nearby Spains Hall in the late 18th century as a model cottage.
The Round House, Finchingfield, Essex
It is called the Round House even though it is a hexagonal shape. It was built by the squire of nearby Spains Hall in the late 18th century as a model cottage.
Pretty thatched cottage at Howe Street
Pretty thatched cottage at Howe Street
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Spain's Hall is located at Grid Ref: TL6734 (Lat: 51.983, Lng: 0.44)

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