Swakeleys is a Grade I listed building in the Hillingdon local planning authority area, England. First listed on 1 May 1956. A Early Modern House.

Swakeleys

WRENN ID
under-roof-nightshade
Grade
I
Local Planning Authority
Hillingdon
Country
England
Date first listed
1 May 1956
Type
House
Period
Early Modern
Source
Historic England listing

Description

  1. 5018 THE AVENUE ICKENHAM Swakeleys TQ 0785 16/3 1.5.50. I 2. 1629-1630, built for Sir Edmund Wright. Important example of "artisan mannerism. H-shaped in red brick with stone and stucco dressings. 5 bays on main fronts,4 on sides. 2 storeys and attics having tall shaped gables, crowned by pediments, above all bays. Large mullioned and transomed casement windows. Main east front has extra windows flanking centrepiece to light staircase. Inside many panelled rooms with original fireplaces and a handsome plaster ceiling. Fine classical screen in hall, probably of circa 1664; and a staircase of early C18 date with wall paintings.

Listing NGR: TQ0742185706

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