Gate Piers and Gates at Benham Park, West Lodge is a Grade I listed building in the West Berkshire local planning authority area, England. First listed on 6 June 1952. A C.1662 to c.1678 Gate piers. 8 related planning applications.
Gate Piers and Gates at Benham Park, West Lodge
- WRENN ID
- patient-spindle-nightshade
- Grade
- I
- Local Planning Authority
- West Berkshire
- Country
- England
- Date first listed
- 6 June 1952
- Type
- Gate piers
- Source
- Historic England listing
Description
The gate piers and gates at West Lodge, Benham Park, are significant examples of 17th-century architecture. Built around 1662 to 1678, they were likely designed by William Wynne or John Winde. The piers are constructed from Portland stone ashlar and feature moulded bases, banded rustication, and segmental pediments that project outward. Each pier is topped with elaborate trophies incorporating armour, weaponry, and standards. To the left is a short wing wall displaying matching banded rustication, a projecting cornice, and end piers finished with ball finials. Two pairs of late 19th-century wrought iron gates complete the composition.
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- Full EPC report — heating system, energy costs, size, glazing, construction etc.
- Sale history — 6 transactions since 1995
- Related listed building consents — 8 applications
- Detailed attributes — period, style, materials, features
- Flood risk assessment
- Radon risk assessment
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