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Stoneywell

Heritage Site in Leicestershire Charnwood

England

Stoneywell

Triangulation pillar at the Hill Hole Quarry Nature Reserve 222 metres (728 feet) above sea level.
Triangulation pillar at the Hill Hole Quarry Nature Reserve Credit: Mat Fascione

Stoneywell is a picturesque heritage site located in Leicestershire, England. Situated within the renowned Charnwood Forest, this enchanting cottage is a prime example of the Arts and Crafts style of architecture, designed by Ernest Gimson in 1898. The cottage is nestled amidst idyllic rolling hills and surrounded by lush woodlands, offering visitors a serene and tranquil setting.

The cottage itself is a testament to the craftsmanship of its time, with its stone exterior and traditional thatched roof. Inside, the interior has been beautifully preserved, showcasing the original features and furnishings. The rooms are adorned with intricate woodwork, decorative tiles, and stained glass windows, all reflecting the attention to detail that was characteristic of the Arts and Crafts movement.

Stoneywell also boasts stunning gardens, which have been meticulously maintained over the years. Visitors can wander through the well-manicured lawns, take in the vibrant displays of flowers, and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the surrounding nature.

As a heritage site, Stoneywell offers guided tours to visitors, providing a fascinating insight into the history and significance of the property. The knowledgeable guides share stories about the Gimson family, who lived in the cottage for many years, and provide details about the Arts and Crafts movement and its influence on the design of Stoneywell.

Overall, Stoneywell is a captivating heritage site that offers visitors a glimpse into the past and an appreciation for the architectural and artistic beauty of the Arts and Crafts style.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.701/-1.265 or Grid Reference SK4911. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Triangulation pillar at the Hill Hole Quarry Nature Reserve 222 metres (728 feet) above sea level.
Triangulation pillar at the Hill Hole Quarry Nature Reserve
222 metres (728 feet) above sea level.
The Copt Oak The Copt Oak pub is operated by Rotisserie Pub Restaurants, part of the Marston's estate. The emphasis is very much on dining. The building has evidently had a makeover since this view 15 years earlier: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/188366">SK4812 : Copt Oak</a>.
The Copt Oak
The Copt Oak pub is operated by Rotisserie Pub Restaurants, part of the Marston's estate. The emphasis is very much on dining. The building has evidently had a makeover since this view 15 years earlier: SK4812 : Copt Oak.
Stoneywell Visitors approach the house along the path in the foreground. By the door a group of National Trust volunteers give an introductory talk to visitors before they enter the property.
Stoneywell
Visitors approach the house along the path in the foreground. By the door a group of National Trust volunteers give an introductory talk to visitors before they enter the property.
Stoneywell - looking out of the window This window looks out of the house onto the small garden area at the front. The curtains are in an appropriate arts and crafts design.
Stoneywell - looking out of the window
This window looks out of the house onto the small garden area at the front. The curtains are in an appropriate arts and crafts design.
Stoneywell Showing the rear of the house.
Stoneywell
Showing the rear of the house.
Stoneywell - the tennis court Despite the rugged and uneven terrain, the Gimsons managed to incorporate a tennis court in the grounds. The enclosure remains although it is no longer used as such.
Stoneywell - the tennis court
Despite the rugged and uneven terrain, the Gimsons managed to incorporate a tennis court in the grounds. The enclosure remains although it is no longer used as such.
Stoneywell This view is of the rear of the house, giving an idea of how quirky a building it actually is but also how well it blends into the landscape.
Stoneywell
This view is of the rear of the house, giving an idea of how quirky a building it actually is but also how well it blends into the landscape.
Stoneywell - the walled garden The walled garden is used to grow vegetables, mainly cultivated by National Trust volunteers. This view shows a crop of runner beans.
Stoneywell - the walled garden
The walled garden is used to grow vegetables, mainly cultivated by National Trust volunteers. This view shows a crop of runner beans.
Stoneywell From this direction, especially, the house seems to sink into the Charnwood Forest landscape. Beyond the house is Stoneywell Wood.
Stoneywell
From this direction, especially, the house seems to sink into the Charnwood Forest landscape. Beyond the house is Stoneywell Wood.
Stoneywell - the fort The fort is a curious feature in the grounds at Stoneywell. A natural rocky outcrop was built on to create a small building thatched each year with bracken. It was used by the family's children as a play castle. At the time of this photograph it had been declared unsafe and visitors were barred from entering.
Stoneywell - the fort
The fort is a curious feature in the grounds at Stoneywell. A natural rocky outcrop was built on to create a small building thatched each year with bracken. It was used by the family's children as a play castle. At the time of this photograph it had been declared unsafe and visitors were barred from entering.
Stoneywell - the well house When Stoneywell was built there was neither running water nor electricity and for many years water had to be brought up from this well in the grounds to the house. The circular well house contains a pump.
Stoneywell - the well house
When Stoneywell was built there was neither running water nor electricity and for many years water had to be brought up from this well in the grounds to the house. The circular well house contains a pump.
Stoneywell Showing part of the front of the house.
Stoneywell
Showing part of the front of the house.
The Coach & Horses, Markfield The Coach & Horses is an old coaching inn standing back from the busy A50 on its own service road. It is part of the Everard's estate.
The Coach & Horses, Markfield
The Coach & Horses is an old coaching inn standing back from the busy A50 on its own service road. It is part of the Everard's estate.
Copt Oak public house, Whitwick Road
Copt Oak public house, Whitwick Road
Old windpump A wind-driven water pump of a type that used to be common across the country. Apparently intact but photographed on a still day, so operational status unknown.
Old windpump
A wind-driven water pump of a type that used to be common across the country. Apparently intact but photographed on a still day, so operational status unknown.
Stoneywell Somewhat off the beaten track in Charnwood Forest but well worth the effort to see this arts and crafts gem
Stoneywell
Somewhat off the beaten track in Charnwood Forest but well worth the effort to see this arts and crafts gem
Stoneywell [1] The cottage is seen from the garden. Stoneywell is a cottage, located near the village of Markfield. Some 7 miles northwest of Leicester. Designed and built in the Arts and Crafts style in 1899 by Ernest Gimson, for his brother Sydney. Ernest Gimson was one of the most inspiring and influential architect-designers of the Arts and Crafts movement, which had the ideal of ‘Nothing should be made by man’s labour which is not worth making, or must be made by labour degrading to the makers.’ The cottage is now owned by the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1361102" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1361102">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>
Stoneywell [1]
The cottage is seen from the garden. Stoneywell is a cottage, located near the village of Markfield. Some 7 miles northwest of Leicester. Designed and built in the Arts and Crafts style in 1899 by Ernest Gimson, for his brother Sydney. Ernest Gimson was one of the most inspiring and influential architect-designers of the Arts and Crafts movement, which had the ideal of ‘Nothing should be made by man’s labour which is not worth making, or must be made by labour degrading to the makers.’ The cottage is now owned by the National Trust. Listed, grade II, with details at: LinkExternal link
Stoneywell [2] The interior of the cottage. Stoneywell is a cottage, located near the village of Markfield. Some 7 miles northwest of Leicester. Designed and built in the Arts and Crafts style in 1899 by Ernest Gimson, for his brother Sydney. Ernest Gimson was one of the most inspiring and influential architect-designers of the Arts and Crafts movement, which had the ideal of ‘Nothing should be made by man’s labour which is not worth making, or must be made by labour degrading to the makers.’ The cottage is now owned by the National Trust.
Stoneywell [2]
The interior of the cottage. Stoneywell is a cottage, located near the village of Markfield. Some 7 miles northwest of Leicester. Designed and built in the Arts and Crafts style in 1899 by Ernest Gimson, for his brother Sydney. Ernest Gimson was one of the most inspiring and influential architect-designers of the Arts and Crafts movement, which had the ideal of ‘Nothing should be made by man’s labour which is not worth making, or must be made by labour degrading to the makers.’ The cottage is now owned by the National Trust.
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Stoneywell is located at Grid Ref: SK4911 (Lat: 52.701, Lng: -1.265)

Administrative County: Leicestershire

District: Charnwood

Police Authority: Leicestershire

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