Introduction
Tusmore was originally a 14th-century park developed in the 17th century to include formal gardens and avenues around a manor house. A new house was designed by Robert Mylne and built in 1770. Pleasure grounds were added, the park was landscaped and a Temple of Peace was constructed. An Arts and Crafts garden was designed in the early-20th century by Imrie and Angell (architects).
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Directions
off the A43, north-east of M40 junction 10
- History
Period
18th Century (1701 to 1800)
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Designations
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Dovecote
- Grade: II
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Granary
- Grade: II
Scheduled Ancient Monument
- Reference: site of DMV
Features
- Dovecote
- Ornamental Lake
- House (featured building)
- Description: The house has a neo-Georgian design.
- Earliest Date:
- Latest Date:
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
18th Century (1701 to 1800)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Hardwick-with-Yel