Monument record MDO1420 - Landscape park and garden, Bridehead, Littlebredy
Please read our guidance about the use of Dorset Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
Landscape park and garden to Bridehead including the model estate village of Littlebredy. The park was planted between around 1797 and 1814 by Robert Williams. Work on the village was carried out by Peter Frederick Robertson, circa 1830-33 and Benjamin Ferrey in 1838. Most of the work on the village and landscape had been completed by 1842. During the late 19th century and 20th century very little of the layout and character had been changed.
Map
Type and Period (4)
Full Description
Early C19 landscape park, c.16ha, incorporating `picturesque' estate village as part of the visual scheme. Principal feature of the park is the 1ha lake, formed 1830s south west and west of the mansion by damming the source of the River Bride. Weir with cascade at north western end of the lake. Open lawn between lake and mansion, with scattered mature trees. <1>
The park was planted between around 1797 and 1814 by Robert Williams. The park incorporates the model village of Littlebredy which includes work by Peter Frederick Robertson circa 1830-33 and Benjamin Ferrey in 1838. Most of the work on the village and landscape had been completed by 1842. During the late 19th century and 20th century very little of the layout and character had been change. <2>
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SWX1383 Monograph: English Heritage. 1984-1987. Register of parks and gardens of special historic interest in England: Dorset. Part 12.
- <2> SDO17438 Monograph: English Heritage. 2005. Register of parks and gardens of special historic interest in England: Dorset (Revised). 12.
- <3>XY SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. [Mapped feature: #635829 ]
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SY 5969 8931 (2913m by 2275m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY58NE |
| Civil Parish | Littlebredy; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- Registered Park or Garden
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 1 063 029
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SY 58 NE 93
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 619228
Record last edited
Apr 27 2023 2:17PM