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Wantley Manor

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Wantley Manor — Grade II* listed building-listed manor in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

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1 h–2 h
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Wantley Manor is a Grade II* listed building-listed manor in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1027376). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Details HENFIELD LONDON ROAD 1. (east side) 5404 Wantley Manor TQ 2116 19/262 15.3.55 II* 2. The back part is timber-framed and really forms three sides of a square. The oldest section of this containing the medieval hall is probably the south wing. The east wing, which later was converted into outhouses, was probably added next and the west wing, now hidden by a latter C18 addition further west again, later. The timberframi is exposed in some places but has mostly been refaced with red brick or tiles on a cemented or brick base. The roof was originally of Horsham slabs but has mostly been refaced with tiles, one section being pantiles. Casement windows. Two storeys. Three windows to each wing. In the C18 the west wing was doubled by a portion facing the road. This has two storeys and three windows and is faced with red mathematical tiles. Modillion eaves cornice. Hipped Horsham slab roof. Glazing bars intact. Doorway with engaged columns, pediment, semi-circular fanlight and door of 6 fielded panels. Small circular window on each side of the door, inserted about 1920. Listing NGR: TQ2154416308 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 298445 Legacy System: LBS

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

Wantley Manor is a Grade II* listed building located in South-East England. This historic manor is noted for its architectural significance and preservation.

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Coordinates
50.9334, -0.2717
County
West Sussex
District
Horsham
Parish
Henfield
Postcode
BN5 9JL
Parliamentary constituency
Arundel and South Downs

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Wantley Manor?
Wantley Manor is in West Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BN5 9JL), in the parish of Henfield.
Is Wantley Manor a listed building?
Wantley Manor is officially recognised as Grade II* listed building listed.
How do I get to Wantley Manor?
Drivers can navigate to postcode BN5 9JL. It sits within the Arundel and South Downs parliamentary constituency.