The Pebble Alcove is a Grade II* listed building in the Buckinghamshire local planning authority area, England. First listed on 21 April 1983. Alcove.

The Pebble Alcove

WRENN ID
ancient-hall-woodpecker
Grade
II*
Local Planning Authority
Buckinghamshire
Country
England
Date first listed
21 April 1983
Type
Alcove
Source
Historic England listing

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Description

The Pebble Alcove is a pedimented alcove built around 1737, attributed to the architect William Kent. It is designed to resemble an Italian grotto and features decorative coloured pebblework, which was restored by Benjamin Gibbon. The alcove includes the arms of the Temple family along with supporters and other decorative elements.

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