If coming from the a52, turn onto the a6011 radcliffe road by the gamston lock public house. In the parkland stands holme pierrepont hall and the small but beautiful church of st edmond. The house itself is elegantly furnished with ancestral portraits and antique furniture. Holme pierrepont hall and gardens nottinghamshire holme. Historic house available for weddings, seminars, dinners etc and regularly open to the public. Its the family home of the brackenbury family, direct descendants of the pierrepont family who have lived on the site since 1280. Surrounded by romantic, tranquil gardens and filled with period features, holme pierrepont hall is one of the most historically significant country houses in the east midlands. Dating back over five centuries, holme pierrepont hall is a grade i tudor manor house still lived in by descendants of the pierreponts. Manvers of thoresby and holme pierrepont the university of. Weve also got familyfriendly stuff like segways, the sky trail and loads more. Ghost hunt in 500yearold notts family home will take place. The medieval lodgings are situated in the oldest part of the hall with a unique tudor ambience. Rome2rio makes travelling from nottingham to holme pierrepont hall easy.
Holme pierrepont hall nottingham 2020 all you need to know. Holme pierrepont hall nottingham 2020 what to know. Sir henry pierrepont, whose monument can be seen in the church st edmunds which is adjacent to the house married frances cavendish daughter of. Find all the transport options for your trip from nottingham to holme pierrepont hall right here. The house is set in parkland and gardens, ten or so minutes from the middle of nottingham, yet in a rural setting, as part of.
Holme pierrepont, is a small nottinghamshire village adjacent to the much larger village of radcliffe on trent. Holmepierrepont, a parish in bingham district, notts. Compare dna and explore genealogy for william pierrepont born abt. The holme pierrepont hall house and gardens are open to the public on selected dates throughout the year and were delighted to announce that the gardens will now open to the public on wednesday afternoons, through the summer. Holme pierrepont hall, nottingham ticket price timings. Holme pierrepont hall an early tudor manor house built in 1500 by sir william pierrepont and still a family home lived in by his descendants, it is the earliest brick building in nottingham, set in parkland and gardens, five minutes drive from trent bridge. At the second set of traffic lights, turn right signposted for the national watersports centre. The house is set in parkland and gardens, ten or so minutes from the middle of nottingham, yet in a rural setting, as part of a hamlet that once was the centre of a large estate. Another village on the banks of the trent, near nottingham, is holme pierrepont, which has been in the possession of scions of the house of manvers as far back as the days of henry i. Holme pierrepont ww1 centenary radcliffe on trent ww1.
A grade i listed tudor manor house set in a stunning 30 acre estate near nottingham. The tudor manor house on the estate today dates back to 1500, with later additions and alterations having been made to the hall since then. The first church was built in the th century and extended in the 17th. Welcome to holme pierrepont hall an early tudor manor house, one of the most beautiful wedding venues in nottingham and family home to the brackenbury family. Holme pierrepont country park, home of the national water. There is evidence that holme pierrepont was settled by farming communities at least as long ago as the neolithic era. The land whereof was sufficient for three ploughs, or three carucats. Charles pierrepont became the 1st earl manvers in 1773 and the title continued until the death of. Caravan park opp 11c caravan park adj 11c holme house adj 33x 90 90a n44 s2 s4 x90 mainline rushcliffe villager the cotgrave holme house os 33x n30 n31 n32 n70 n71 n72 n75 the cotgrave. The hall was built by sir william pierrepont around 1500. Hotels near holme pierrepont hall, nottingham on tripadvisor.
Her final book was domesday to dukedom, a history of holme pierrepont hall and the family that lived there. If the story is true which is here believed, a famous memory is enshrined in this village, delightful with quiet lanes, holly hedges, and great trees. An interview with robin brackenbury and the late elizabeth brackenbury. The blotts pit have been landscaped, with the banks having been graded and some areas have had trees planted. We love holme pierrepont hall, its a brilliant place for a day trip whether you enjoy. It is also possible to have a marquee in the grounds holding up to 500 people.
Holme was the old danish word for a riverside meadow. At holme pierrepont hall, we only ever hold one event at a time so you can enjoy your celebrations with just your specially chosen guests. Holme pierrepont civil ceremonies in nottingham holme. Wedding receptions at holme pierrepont hall always bring family and friends together from intimate seated receptions to let your hair down parties and live bands. House and garden open on selected dates throughout the year and for weddings, events and seminars. Jul 10, 2018 a grade i listed tudor manor house set in a stunning 30 acre estate near nottingham. When the sole heiress married henry pierrepont, temp. The hunt will take place between 8pm on february 8. Holme pierrepont hall, nestled in a tranquil, rural setting is a fascinating tudor house built in 1500 by sir william pierrepont it is the earliest brick building in nottinghamshire and is still lived in by his descendants. Holme pierrepont is a hamlet located 5 miles south of the city of nottingham in nottinghamshire, england. Theres just so much to do for families at holme pierrepont country park. Check out where to stay in nottingham and book an accommodation of your choice. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you.
Holme pierrepont country park, home of the national water sports centre is located in the hamlet of holme pierrepont near nottingham, england and on the river trent. Holme pierrepont hall, holme pierrepont 1001081 historic. It is dominated by holme pierrepont hall where the pierrepont family has lived since 1280. Holme pierrepont hall historic exclusiveuse wedding venue in. Just come back from here and would like to say even though it was out of season how well kept warm and cozy the toilets and showers were. Set in 270 acres of parkland, holme pierrepont country park, home of the national water sports centre is one of the uks hidden gems. You will enjoy access to the reception rooms at the hall, including the grade ii listed courtyard garden and the east garden and grounds. If you are interested in getting married at the hall at that time and enjoying a special discounted rate for hiring the venue, please contact robert brackenbury in person on 0115 933 2371 for details. Holme pierrepont hall country house wedding venues. Holme pierrepont hall historic exclusiveuse wedding venue. This impressive landmark has beautiful interiors and stunning exteriors. Originally the area was known only as holme, but later adopted the family surname as a suffix. The interior of the hall, courtyard garden and east garden will be visibly unaffected during that time.
Holme pierrepont hall is an exclusive use wedding and event venue, situated in a secluded 30 acre estate, just a few minutes from trent bridge in nottingham. House and garden open on selected dates throughout the. Starting in the courtyard garden, there is a beautiful box parterre which was laid out in 1875, possibly by william nesfield. It is in the gamston ward of the rushcliffe local authority in the east midlands region. Holme pierrepont hall is one of the oldest brick structures in united kingdom which was constructed in the year 1500. From domesday to dukedom a history of the pierrepont family. Holme pierrepont hall nottinghamshire county council. For an adrenaline rush, why not try white water rafting or ecombat laser tag.
Holme pierrepont hall and the title earl manvers passed from father to son to sydney, third earl manvers. Holme pierrepont hall nottingham 2020 all you need to. Radcliffe on trent local history society posts facebook. The history of holme pierrepont hall holme pierrepont hall is the family home of the brackenbury family, who are direct descendents of the pierrepont family who have lived on this site since 1280. Holme pierrepont hall is the earliest brick building in nottinghamshire, built by sir william pierrepont in 1500 and still lived in by his descendants. This guide to the history of the gardens will walk visitors through the varied landscape of the grounds, revealing the fascinating history hidden in each corner. This page was last edited on 20 september 2018, at. We apologise for the cancellation of our open day at holme pierrepont hall on 19th april. The word holme comes from the old english and old norse words for. Just 10 minutes from the city centre, there is something for everyone from white water rafting to sky tykes for the little ones. Holme pierrepont hall heritage literature monkie limited.
Towns and villages around nottingham holme pierrepont. Nottinghamshire 2nd edn 1979 d kaye, a history of nottinghamshire. The north range of the house was rebuilt by the 1st earl in 1628. Contact holme pierrepont hall holme pierrepont hall.
Along the way she produced many more publications on other aspects of history. The courtyard garden is looking good at the moment. Heritage list entry summary for holme pierrepont hall. Duallevel adventure high ropes all the way up to 24ft. Holme pierrepont hall is a medieval hall in holme pierrepont near nottingham. Long the home of the pierreponts, who became the earls of kingston, we found the great house silent, its ivied and embattled walls still charmingly grouped with the church. We love holme pierrepont hall, its a brilliant place for a day trip whether you enjoy water activities or just taking in the scenery. The brick south entrance range seen here dates from the early 16th century. A grade i listed tudor manor house dating back to c. It is used for many different types of sports and has recently received significant investment which has enabled a major refurbishment of existing facilities as well as introduction of new facilities. We have also added a friends and partners page which shows links to other websites and the people we work with.
It contains the hamlets of holmelane and adbolton, and parts of the hamlet of lamcote and the township of bassingfield, the last of which has a post office under nottingham. Holme pierrepont with adbolton, nottinghamshire genealogy. This is composed of a handful of houses, varied in size and type, many now taken over by people who work in nottingham. The pierrepont family of thoresby and holme pierrepont. Guide to holme pierrepont with adbolton, nottinghamshire ancestry, family history and genealogy. Holme pierrepont hall historic exclusiveuse wedding. With over 30 years of experience in organising team building activities, we know how to tailor a package to suit your groups needs. After many years, mineral extraction in this area is finished. Holme lane, holme pierrepont, nottingham ng12 2ld, uk more upcoming. The annual parish meeting agm, due be held on sunday 26th april at 7. The radcliffe local history society has asked me if i would put a note in the heron about pam priestlands new book, from domesday to dukedom and beyond the history of the pierrepont family. Sk 63 nw holme pierrepont holme pierrepont hall drive north side 370 holme pierrepont hall 12. Find out more about perennials fascinating history of helping horticulturists in need.
A selfcontained cottage, perfect for that group getaway youve been planning. Like holme pierrepont christmas fair and you can be kept up to date with all the latest goings on. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. Wedding venues in nottinghamshire holme pierrepont hall. To book a registrar for this venue contact the south registration team. Find out about the history of holme pierrepont hall in later years in this personal history account captured in 2018. The hall was built by sir william pierrepont around 1500, and inhabited by subsequent generations of the pierrepont family.
Perfect for small, themed weddings, these rooms can accommodate up to 40 seated guests. The lodgings have remained almost unaltered since 1500 and the lodgings have remained almost unaltered since 1500. Booking essential please contact the hall if you wish to book a tour. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. Bee cello garden plants and trees friends of holme pierrepont hall history. Explore nottinghams highlight pubsand delve into the citys history on. Explore nottinghams highlight pubsand delve into the citys historyon. Holme pierrepont hall and its grounds, comprising c 9ha, is situated 5. The definitive history of the pierrepont family, from domesday to dukedom and beyond, has now been completed after many years of research. Holme pierrepont hall is only ten minutes from the centre of nottingham but with its 30 acres of parkland and garden it feels miles away from anywhere. The 10 closest hotels to holme pierrepont hall, nottingham.
Watch this space for a new date, which we hope to be in the autumn. Holme pierrepont hall is a grade i listed medieval hall. Holme pierrepont hall is 3 miles from trent bridge, off the a6011 radcliffe road, just before it joins the a52 nottingham to grantham road. Manvers of thoresby and holme pierrepont the manvers collection came to the university of nottingham library as a number of separate accessions. Just tell us the size of your group and what the objectives are for the day are, and well use our knowhow to come with a winning package. To book a show round or visit, drop us a line using the contact form below or give us a call on 0115 933 2371. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license.
Ghost hunt in 500yearold notts family home will take. Holme pierrepont hall, nestled in a tranquil, rural setting is a fascinating tudor house built in 1500 by sir william pierrepont it is the earliest brick building in nottinghamshire and is. Guests are permitted to walk on the grass in the gardens. Come to holme pierrepont hall, a tudor house and garden for stunning photography with one of. You can try individual activities, or combine a few in a great value package. Come to comedy of errors on wednesday 18 june and see the gardens. He was succeeded by sir george pierrepont died 1564, sir henry pierrepont died 1616 and sir robert pierrepont died 1643, who was created 1st earl of kingstonuponhull.
Children are always welcome and we cater for a variety of different reception styles and themes. Nottingham to holme pierrepont hall 3 ways to travel via. Holme pierrepont hall nottingham 2020 what to know before. In holme, toret before the invasion of king william was rated to the danegeld at twelve bov. On the north wall the memorial to evelyn henry frederick pierrepont, 1801, has over the tablet a large carved angel holding a book with urn above. Its northern boundary is the poiser brook, the southern boundary is adbolton lane, the western boundary is a market garden and nursery, and to the east lie houses. Further work was done on the hall when thoresby qv, their main residence since 1683, was being rebuilt in the 1860s. The first gift was received in 1948 and was originally assigned the reference m. The rest of the garden comprises two rose beds and several herbaceous borders with walls covered with clematis, roses and wisteria. The aggregate works have been removed and the land has been levelled. Pierrepoint it is hardly necessary to say, is the name of the family of early owners, and it was added to distinguish this village from the holme, near newark, and others of. May 02, 2018 bob nudd revisits the iconic holme pierrepont rowing course, the venue where he lifted the world championship trophy back in 1994, and drennan team england a.
Book your children onto our holiday club for days full of adventure. The village is situated just beyond the water skiing area. Explore nottinghams highlight pubsand delve into the citys historyon this evening tour. Nottinghamshire history arthur mee, the kings england. Holme pierrepont hall is an exclusive use, country house wedding venue in nottinghamshire. Set in thirty acres of beautiful parkland and gardens, the house is available to host your wedding, asian weddings, private parties or corporate events with exclusive use of the house and grounds. The history section has been moved, given a page to itself and updated with a link to the manuscripts department at the university of nottingham where the pierrepont papers can be found. Holme pierrepont national watersports centre wikipedia. Holme pierrepont hall, holme pierrepont 1249330 historic.
In 2012 the family relocated to wetherby in yorkshire where pam lived in. Plus you get free use of our life fitness gym, so explore the park, have a bite to eat in one of our cafes, then run it off overlooking our regatta lake. The hunt will take place between 8pm on february 8 and 1am on. The chancel south wall has a memorial to evelyn pierrepont, 1773, the tablet is surmounted by a carved kneeling figure and draped urn, probably by flaxman.