An enchanting historic c1470 timber-framed house, with magnificent gardens, and a tearoom, in the picturesque award-winning downland village of Bramber, West Sussex ... a place of fascination and mystery.
Thousands have admired its picturesque charm and enjoyed its atmosphere of friendly welcome, making it a visit to remember.
Since 1984, Peter Thorogood & Roger Linton have restored and significantly enhanced both the house and gardens, now having entered their 5th decade living at St Mary’s.
The house has a fine Elizabethan trompe l'oeil Painted Room, and stunning Victorian Music Room where concerts are still held. Literary and artistic connection abound. Find out about the Oscar Wilde connection, and the works of Thomas Hood, author, poet, cartoonist and a friend of Charles Dickens. Then discover where the Tardis from BBC’s Dr Who landed.
Five acres of beautiful gardens, prehistoric Ginkgo Biloba 'living fossil' tree, and extensive Victorian 'Secret' Gardens, with circular English Poetry Garden, and relaxing Water Garden with lake and small island.
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2025 1 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 2025 | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 18:00* |
* For information on opening hours and prices please visit the website http://www.stmarysbramber.co.uk
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