The Summerhouse or Alcove at Brightling Park to the west of the house is a Grade II* listed building in the Rother local planning authority area, England. First listed on 3 August 1961. Viewpoint structure.
The Summerhouse or Alcove at Brightling Park to the west of the house
- WRENN ID
- kindled-shingle-spring
- Grade
- II*
- Local Planning Authority
- Rother
- Country
- England
- Date first listed
- 3 August 1961
- Type
- Viewpoint structure
- Source
- Historic England listing
Description
The Summerhouse, also known as the Alcove, is located at Brightling Park to the west of the main house. It was designed by Sir Robert Smirke in the early 19th century for John Fuller, who was nicknamed "Mad Jack." Originally built as a viewpoint to take in the stunning southern view, the surrounding trees have since grown, obstructing the sight. The structure features a semicircular alcove made of red brick with grey headers, and it has an open front facing south, which creates a Gothic facade constructed from Coadeware stone. The design includes a tall four-centred archway, flanked by pairs of slender engaged columns, as well as intricately carved spandrels and a crested parapet.
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