Gorhambury House

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Gorhambury House
Hertfordshire
Gorhambury House.jpg
Gorhambury House
Location
Grid reference: TL11370785
Location: 51°45’30"N, 0°23’16"W
History
Built 1777–84
For: James Grimston,
3rd Viscount Grimston
by Sir Robert Taylor
Country house
Palladian
Information

Gorhambury House is a Palladian-style house standing near St Albans; Hertfordshire. It was built in the years 1777–84 to replace Old Gorhambury House, which was left to fall into ruin.

It was designed by Sir Robert Taylor and commissioned by James Grimston, 3rd Viscount Grimston. Grimston's son was made Earl of Verulam, and the building is currently the home of the 7th Earl of Verulam.[1]

The main frontage to the house presents a hexastyle Corinthian portico in keeping with the bold, Neo-classical style.

Features of interest inside include a fireplace designed by Piranesi.

The estate

The surrounding estate includes much of the site of the Roman city of Verulamium.[2]

Conservation and access

The house is Grade II* listed. It is a member of Historic Houses Association and is open for tours at certain times.[3]

Old Gorhambury House

Main article: Old Gorhambury House

Old Gorhambury House now stands n ruin within the estate. Although within the bounds of the Gorhambury Estate, it is under the care of English Heritage, to preserve it in view of the importance of that building.

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The Gorhambury Estate

References