Monument record MDO28100 - Compton Acres House, Poole

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Compton Acres house was a large villa built in 1914 and demolished in the late twentieth century. It is survived by its gardens.

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Compton Acres House was constructed in 1914, but was unoccupied until it was bought in 1919 by Thomas William Simpson who laid out the gardens. The house was a substantial two-storey villa constructed in red brick with stone dressings, and was set in an area of level lawns, known as the English Garden, which afforded views across Poole Harbour. The house was demolished in the late 20th century.

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  • <1> Monograph: English Heritage. 2005. Register of parks and gardens of special historic interest in England: Dorset (Revised). 12.
  • <1> Monograph: English Heritage. 1984-1987. Register of parks and gardens of special historic interest in England: Dorset. Part 12.

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Grid reference Centred SZ 0525 8962 (34m by 30m)
Map sheet SZ08NE
Unitary Authority Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

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Record last edited

Feb 14 2012 4:20AM

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