Upton Cressett Hall

Heritage Site in Shropshire

England

Upton Cressett Hall

At the top of Underton Plantation Just off the bridleway on the way up to Meadowley; Daft Dog has picked up the scent of a pheasant or two, and has consequently developed selective hearing. — At the top of Underton Plantation Credit: Richard Law

Upton Cressett Hall is a historic manor house located in Shropshire, England. This Grade I listed building is recognized as a heritage site due to its architectural significance and historical importance.

Dating back to the 16th century, Upton Cressett Hall is a prime example of Elizabethan architecture and is regarded as one of the finest examples of a moated manor house in the country. The hall consists of a central courtyard surrounded by timber-framed buildings, with a moat encircling the entire complex.

The exterior of the hall features a striking black and white timber frame, adorned with ornate carvings and decorative elements. The interior boasts an impressive collection of original period features, including oak paneling, Tudor fireplaces, and a magnificent Great Hall with a hammer-beam ceiling.

The estate surrounding the hall is equally captivating, with beautiful gardens, a walled orchard, and a medieval chapel. The gardens are meticulously maintained and feature manicured lawns, flower beds, and a variety of trees and shrubs. The walled orchard preserves traditional fruit trees and offers a serene retreat for visitors.

Upton Cressett Hall has a rich history, having been home to several notable families over the centuries. The hall has also hosted distinguished guests, including Queen Elizabeth I. Today, the hall is privately owned and occasionally opens its doors to the public, offering guided tours and hosting special events such as weddings and concerts. It is a cherished heritage site, representing the architectural and cultural heritage of Shropshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.528/-2.508 or Grid Reference SO6592. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

At the top of Underton Plantation Just off the bridleway on the way up to Meadowley; Daft Dog has picked up the scent of a pheasant or two, and has consequently developed selective hearing.

At the top of Underton Plantation

Just off the bridleway on the way up to Meadowley; Daft Dog has picked up the scent of a pheasant or two, and has consequently developed selective hearing.

No longer a pond Despite the recent deluges of November 2012, this marked pond on the hill is just a dried depression.

No longer a pond

Despite the recent deluges of November 2012, this marked pond on the hill is just a dried depression.

This pond still exists Unlike the small pool just to its SE <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3246599">SO6792 : No longer a pond</a>, this pond still contains water. It could do with some work to remove the encroaching trees.

This pond still exists

Unlike the small pool just to its SE SO6792 : No longer a pond, this pond still contains water. It could do with some work to remove the encroaching trees.

The farm track & bridleway into Meadowley Clearly quite a well-used but unsurfaced track.

The farm track & bridleway into Meadowley

Clearly quite a well-used but unsurfaced track.

Inquisitive horse at Meadowley This horse really took a very close interest in myself and Daft Dog as we walked through &#039;his&#039; field near the farm; despite actually being friendly, he was quite intimidating.

Inquisitive horse at Meadowley

This horse really took a very close interest in myself and Daft Dog as we walked through 'his' field near the farm; despite actually being friendly, he was quite intimidating.

A footpath diversion south of Meadowley The true right of way runs through the crop about 100 yards to the west (left) of here, and is marked by three or four oaks on the line of an old hedge, but the field margin appears to have been left unploughed as an easier alternative.

A footpath diversion south of Meadowley

The true right of way runs through the crop about 100 yards to the west (left) of here, and is marked by three or four oaks on the line of an old hedge, but the field margin appears to have been left unploughed as an easier alternative.

A proper footbridge A really rather substantial steel bridge over a small tributary of the Borle Brook.

A proper footbridge

A really rather substantial steel bridge over a small tributary of the Borle Brook.

Upton Cressett brook Not sure if that is the correct name for this minor tributary of the Borle Brook, but since it rises on the hills just above the hamlet in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SO6592">SO6592</a>, it seems quite suitable. Photo taken from the steel bridge in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3246618">SO6691 : A proper footbridge</a>.

Upton Cressett brook

Not sure if that is the correct name for this minor tributary of the Borle Brook, but since it rises on the hills just above the hamlet in SO6592, it seems quite suitable. Photo taken from the steel bridge in SO6691 : A proper footbridge.

A field-edge path to Upton Cressett

A field-edge path to Upton Cressett

Footpath emerges onto an open field After following the hedge line for a third of a mile from the brook in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3246626">SO6691 : Upton Cressett brook</a>, the path emerges onto an open field at this gateway.

Footpath emerges onto an open field

After following the hedge line for a third of a mile from the brook in SO6691 : Upton Cressett brook, the path emerges onto an open field at this gateway.

A field of stubble near Upton Cressett Unlike most around here, this one&#039;s not been ploughed up and planted with winter wheat this autumn.

A field of stubble near Upton Cressett

Unlike most around here, this one's not been ploughed up and planted with winter wheat this autumn.

Pheasant pens near Upton Cressett Rearing pens for pheasants - the whole area was alive with the birds (much to the frustration of Daft Dog, who definitely needed to be on the lead)

Pheasant pens near Upton Cressett

Rearing pens for pheasants - the whole area was alive with the birds (much to the frustration of Daft Dog, who definitely needed to be on the lead)

Upton Cressett medieval village These lumps, bumps, platforms and earthworks in the field reveal the old village site.

Upton Cressett medieval village

These lumps, bumps, platforms and earthworks in the field reveal the old village site.

Not much sign on the ground The maps mark this as the site of the Medieval village of Upton Cressett, but to be honest it&#039;s only with the eye of faith that this field shows much sign - just a few earthworks. The next field to the west has more lumps and bumps in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3246640">SO6592 : Upton Cressett medieval village</a>, which are rather more distinct.

Not much sign on the ground

The maps mark this as the site of the Medieval village of Upton Cressett, but to be honest it's only with the eye of faith that this field shows much sign - just a few earthworks. The next field to the west has more lumps and bumps in SO6592 : Upton Cressett medieval village, which are rather more distinct.

Cottages beside the lane to Upton Cressett By the look of it, this may originally have been two cottages, but now appears to be a single dwelling.

Cottages beside the lane to Upton Cressett

By the look of it, this may originally have been two cottages, but now appears to be a single dwelling.

The summit of Aston Hill Two features lie at the summit - a small, circular concrete reservoir, and trig pillar S1992. Getting to them at this time of year involves a certain amount of plodging through sticky mud.

The summit of Aston Hill

Two features lie at the summit - a small, circular concrete reservoir, and trig pillar S1992. Getting to them at this time of year involves a certain amount of plodging through sticky mud.

Water reservoir and a trig pillar On the summit of Aston Hill at Meadowley.

Water reservoir and a trig pillar

On the summit of Aston Hill at Meadowley.

Fieldside footpath across Aston Hill The path runs on a narrow headland along the field edge, past the ash tree, and then heads across the field to the Meadowley - Aston Eyre bridleway.

Fieldside footpath across Aston Hill

The path runs on a narrow headland along the field edge, past the ash tree, and then heads across the field to the Meadowley - Aston Eyre bridleway.

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Upton Cressett Hall is located at Grid Ref: SO6592 (Lat: 52.528, Lng: -2.508)

Unitary Authority: Shropshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Upton Cressett

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Place: hamlet

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Wikidata: Q15713101

Lat/Long: 52.5285217/-2.5071636

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