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  Claydon House - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Claydon House is a country house in the Aylesbury Vale, Buckinghamshire, England, close to the village of Middle Claydon.
Sir Edmund was slaughtered at the Battle of Edgehill on October 23rd 1642 and is buried in the church at Claydon.
The house was given to the National Trust in 1956 by Sir Ralph Verney, 5th Baronet.
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 Middle Claydon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Middle Claydon is a village in Buckinghamshire, England.
The affix 'Middle' is used to differentiate the village from nearby Steeple Claydon, and East Claydon, and from the hamlet of Botolph Claydon.
Middle Claydon is the location of Claydon House, that was the home of Sir Edmund Verney, an English Civil War Royalist, and of Florence Nightingale.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Middle_Claydon   (141 words)

  
 Claydon House Buckinghamshire
Claydon House was built by the 2nd Lord Verney in 1768 on land that had been owned by his family since the 15th century.
The house remained in the Verney family until it was given to the National Trust in 1956.
Florence Nightingale was a frequent visitor to Claydon House after her sister married Sir Henry Verney in 1858.
www.touruk.co.uk /houses/housebucks_claydon.htm   (270 words)

  
 Famous celebrity houses, House information, Historical places, Famous houses around the world, Traditional houses, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Woburn Abbey, the seat of the head of the Russell Family, the Duke of Bedford, was a sad half-demolished, half-derelict house in 1953 after the death of the heavily indebted 12th Duke.
The house was severely damaged after an attack by Parliamentary troops in 1643; some of the damage is still evident.
The house was built for Sir Thomas Holte and remained in the family until 1817 when it was leased by James Watt Jr, son of the world-famous industrial pioneer James Watt.
www.worldhouseinfo.com /unitedkingdom.htm   (240 words)

  
 HCGB Racing at Clydon House   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The river bank rising up towards the house lends itself superbly for spectator viewing, with a view the length of the water section, as well as both land/water transitions, and most of the land sections.
In previous years Claydon has alway been much more than just a race meeting and this year is no exception in hat the last race of the 1st session on Sunday will be a 2 up fun race and will not attract points for the Open Championship.
Claydon House (MK18 2EY) is In Middle Claydon, 13 miles NW of Aylesbury, 3.5 miles SW of Winslow; signposted from A413 & A41 (M40 junction 9 is approx 12 miles).
www.hovercraft.org.uk /events/claydon-06.htm   (272 words)

  
 Claydon House article
The most striking similarities with the Claydon House gongstand are the undulating C scrolls and the continuation of the floral work around the crossbar itself and into the capitals of the upright columns.
Even though a number of the Claydon House gamelan saron keys are missing, the surviving ones and the extraordinary gendèr keys appear very dissimilar in proportion and quality of manufacture to those of the Raffles gamelan at the British Museum.
In fact, the Claydon House keys appear quite similar to those found in the central coastal regions of Java; for these reasons it is probable that they were manufactured by artisans in a different tradition, perhaps that of Semarang or possibly even one of the royal court cities in Central Java.
www3.shore.net /~samq/claydon   (5842 words)

  
 Florence Nightingale: Claydon House
Claydon House, the home of Sir Harry Verney and Parthenope Nightingale, is located in Middle Claydon, Buckinghamshire.
Claydon House in Buckinghamshire, built between 1757 and 1771 by Earl Verney, can be likened to a box of architectural fireworks: plain without, fizzling and sizzling in a variety of stupefyingly sensational styles within.
Claydon was begun in 1757 by Ralph, 2nd Earl Verney, to the delight of a Rev. Samuel Rogers, who penned a poem on 'the magnificent seat' in 1782:
www.countryjoe.com /nightingale/claydon.htm   (1325 words)

  
 Famous celebrity homes houses, historical facts about japan, seaford delaware historical places   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The church of All Saints, Middle Claydon lies less then 50 yards from the house and contains many memorials to the Verney family: among them Sir Edmund Verney, who was chief standard bearer to King Charles I during the English Civil War.
The original house was rebuilt by Ralph 2nd.
The exterior of the house is quite austere - seven bays in total, on two floors, with a three bayed central prominent elevation surmounted by a pediment.
www.worldhouseinfo.com /claydon-house.htm   (938 words)

  
 Claydon House
Claydon is a Georgian home notable for its association with Florence Nightingale, and its truly remarkable interior carved decoration.
The house itself is an unpretentious 18th century rectangle in the classical style, with a large porticoed entry.
Florence was a frequent visitor to Claydon, and her bedroom on the second floor contains many of her personal effects and momentoes, including letters, clothing, and her travelling communion set.
www.britainexpress.com /counties/bucks/houses/claydon.htm   (286 words)

  
 Buckinghamshire Historic Houses
In 1937 the house was inherited by Antony de Rothschild, who was responsible for the house seen today, and added to the collection of paintings and works of art, including Old Masters and oriental porcelain.The rooms have the atmosphere of a comfortable and beautifully furnished family house.
The house was given to the National Trust in 1947 and is surrounded by park and woodlands, with a formal garden and woodland walks.
Inside the house there is a splendid oak staircase and the drawing room has panelling characteristic of the 17th century, an 16th century fireplace found elsewhere appears to have to have survived from an earlier house.
www.touruk.co.uk /houses/houses_in_bucks.htm   (1191 words)

  
 Claydon House on AboutBritain.com
Claydon is an extraordinary house with remarkable 18th -century rococo and chinoiserie decoration.
What's new for 2006: The famous carriage used by Florence Nightingale during the Crimean War, known as 'Florrie's Lorry', is on temporary loan to Claydon House again in 2006.
In middle of Claydon 13 miles North West Aylesbury, 3½ miles Sout West of Winslow; signposted from A13 and A41 (M40 exit 9 12 miles).
www.aboutbritain.com /ClaydonHouse.htm   (494 words)

  
 Eupedia : England Guide - Buckinghamshire - Claydon House
Claydon House is an unpretentious 18th-century castle built in the simple, rectangular classical-style.
What really sets Claydon apart from other castles and stately homes is its decorative rococo interior, deemed as one of the most (some say the most) spectacular 18th century interior in England.
Claydon House is open from April to October, from Saturday to Wednesday between 1pm and 5pm.
www.eupedia.com /england/claydon_house.shtml   (205 words)

  
 SHFGS : Pastoral Care : House System   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The five Houses are Ascott, Claydon, Hartwell, Mentmore, and Waddesdon.
Each House has a Head of House, (a member of Staff), a House Captain, and House/Form Prefects who lead their Forms and are responsible to their respective House Captains.
Each House has its own notice board, in the main lower corridor by Matron's Room, on which general House business, events and meetings will be posted.
www.sirhenryfloyd.bucks.sch.uk /pastoral/house   (473 words)

  
 Middle Claydon
The ancient Three Points Lane, running north-west to north of Runt's Wood, is part of the eastern boundary of the parish, and Claydon Brook bounds it on the north-west.
The soil is clay loam with beds of sand and gravel; the subsoil is clay.
War memorials in Middle Claydon have been transcribed by Peter Quick and published by the Buckinghamshire Genealogical Society.
met.open.ac.uk /genuki/big/eng/BKM/MiddleClaydon   (1240 words)

  
 Claydon House - Places to Visit in and Around Milton Keynes - MK
Claydon House - Places to Visit in and Around Milton Keynes - MK home
The house is filled with momentoes of their fascinating history, from exploits in the Civil War to visits by their relative, Florence Nightingale.
Claydon was origionally a Jacobean manor house, but was remodelled in the 1750's at a time when the craze for Chinoiserie was at its height.
www.mkweb.co.uk /Places_to_visit/DisplayArticle.asp?ID=399   (203 words)

  
 National Trust | Claydon House | Weddings at Claydon House
Steeped in history, Claydon House is a fascinating showcase of stunning craftsmanship.
Claydon House is available for a limited number of weddings each year.
For further information or to arrange a time to view Claydon House please contact the Weddings and Events Co-ordinator on 01280 814325 or email laila.bray@nationaltrust.org.uk.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk /main/cymraeg/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-claydonhouse/w-claydonhouse-weddings.htm   (248 words)

  
 Steeple Claydon Village Community Website - The Claydons Buckingham Buckinghamshire
In close proximity to Steeple Claydon is Claydon House, which is situated in Middle Claydon.
Claydon House was built in the mid-1700s by the 2nd Lord Verney on a piece of land, which had been in his family's possession since the 15th century.
Claydon House also houses a fine example of a Javanese Gamelan, and like all old houses; Claydon House is not without its ghost stories.
steeple-claydon.net /steeple_claydon_information/claydonhouse.shtml   (452 words)

  
 Hartwell House Hotel, Restaurant and Spa
Hartwell House, lying in the vale of Aylesbury and just forty miles north west of London, is one of Buckinghamshire's most celebrated country houses.
Owned and restored by Historic House Hotels, who also own Bodysgallen Hall in North Wales, and Middlethorpe Hall in York, Hartwell House is a member of Pride of Britain, has 4 Red Stars and 3 Rosettes from the AA, also a Gold Ribbon from the RAC.
The Old Rectory, Hartwell is an elegant Georgian house with one suite and three bed-rooms, recently restored and traditionally furnished by Historic House Hotels.
www.emcoinc.com /travel/html/Europe/HartwellHouse.htm   (1128 words)

  
 Steeple Claydon
War memorials in Steeple Claydon have been transcribed by Peter Quick and published by the Buckinghamshire Genealogical Society.
In the earliest government census of 1801, there were 646 inhabitants in 147 families living in 104 houses recorded in Steeple Claydon.
The parish of Steeple-Claydon has been inclosed by an act of parliament, passed in 1795, when a corn-rent was assigned to the vicar, and allotments of land to Lady Fermanagh, as impropriatrix; and to George Hardinge and Charles Webb esq.
met.open.ac.uk /genuki/big/eng/BKM/SteepleClaydon/Index.html   (1075 words)

  
 claydon lakes @ go-fish.co.uk
Claydon Lakes are situated in the grounds of Claydon House.
The water is usually very cloudy due to the constant activity from the carp and bream.
Cars are not allowed to be parked in the grounds of the house.
www.go-fish.co.uk /venue_1489.htm   (303 words)

  
 House & Premises Manager - Claydon House (The National Trust)
Claydon House is renowned for its extraordinary 18th-century interiors, as well as its association with Florence Nightingale, once a regular visitor.
Joining a team of house staff and volunteers, you will play a key role in building relationships with stakeholders, partners and suppliers, and in promoting the property and its conservation and functions programmes, so excellent communication skills are a must.
Experience in the visitor and attraction sector, preferably within a heritage or museum environment, and of events and functions will stand you in good stead, and should be backed up by at least three years spent in a supervisory role.
www.museumjobs.com /jobdetails.php?JobID=3565   (310 words)

  
 Varney Family
His home, Claydon House, near Middle Claydon is a noted tourist draw, and is listed in the English National Trust.
Claydon House was a frequent visiting place of Florence Nightingale, sister of a Verney bride in the 1800's.
The house has relics of the exploits of the Verney family in the English Civil War and also on show is the bedroom of Florence Nightingale, a relative of the Verneys and a regular visitor to this tranquil place.
home.earthlink.net /~herblst/varney_family.htm   (1806 words)

  
 Bucks CC - Registration Service - Licenced Venue - Claydon House
Claydon House lies in its park amidst the lush farmland of North West Buckinghamshire.
Claydon has been the seat of the Verney Family since 1620.
The present house is almost entirely Eighteenth Century, rebuilt on a grand scale to rival Stowe.
www.buckscc.gov.uk /registration/venues/claydon_house.stm   (75 words)

  
 Hartwell House - Location
Hartwell House enjoys a tranquil setting in the Buckinghamshire countryside, two miles west of the busy town of Aylesbury.
The Vale of Aylesbury is one of the most beautiful parts of Buckinghamshire, endowed with several grand properties owned by the National Trust, including Waddesdon Manor, home of the Rothschild family; Claydon House, renowned for its association with Florence Nightingale the "Lady of the Lamp"; and Stowe Landscape Gardens with its many follies.
Whether you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of London, for a country hotel not too far from the city, Hartwell House is the perfect setting to hold court.
www.hartwell-house.com /location/index.php   (170 words)

  
 Buckinghamshire's Mysterious Sites
The spirit of Sir Edmund Verney, standard bearer to Charles the I, is said to appear at the house in times of national crisis.
Edmund was killed at the battle of Edgehill, and is reputed to have sworn that no man would take the standard that he bore without cutting his hand from his body.
The house is also reputed to be haunted by phantom footsteps which emerge from the site of a priest hole.
www.mysteriousbritain.co.uk /england/buckinghamshire/buckinghamshire1.html   (159 words)

  
 Places to visit - Claydon House | The National Trust
The extraordinary architecture of Claydon House includes extravagant rococo and chinoiserie decoration.
In continuous occupation by the Verney family for over 380 years, the house has mementoes of their relation Florence Nightingale, who was a regular visitor.
Road: In Middle Claydon 13ml NW of Aylesbury, 4ml SW of Winslow; signposted from A413 and A41 (M40 exit 9 12ml); entrance by N drive only.
www.ucl.ac.uk /~ucgajpr/Places/ClaydonHouse.htm   (207 words)

  
 Country houses  - Hartfield & Donwell Abbey
The house is sixteen miles from London and half a mile from the centre of Highbury, a ‘large and populous village almost amounting to a town.’ In good weather it is a pleasant walk to the shops, church and friends’ homes for Emma and for visitors coming from the village to Hartfield.
And it is not merely the house - the grounds, I assure you, as far as I could observe, are strikingly like.
There is very little said about the furniture in the house, though I’m sure it would be of a good quality, most likely inherited by Mr Woodhouse from his father.
www.jasa.net.au /houses/hartfield.htm   (1218 words)

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