18th century landscape park and gardens, St Osyth Priory (EHER 7368)

Mid 18th century landscaped park and grounds, deer park, 18th century shell grotto and 18th century ha-ha. The landscape park and gardens covered an area of 76 hectares. Walled gardens were built during the second half of the 16th century. The park was also documented during this time. Further development of the park took place throughout the 18th century. From the 1860s the gardens were extensively remodelled and planting took place in the park.

Mid 18th century landscaped park and grounds, deer park, 18th century shell grotto, C18 ha-ha. <1> Area = 134 Information from NRHE data transfer Landscape park and deer park at St Osyth Priory, first landscaped during the mid 18th century, with additional work carried out in 19th century. The park comprises plantations along the boundary and is of open parkland to the north. Features include an 18th century shell grotto and 19th century terraces. The formal gardens were created during the mid 20th century and are situated within the walled garden. There is also a rose garden and topiary. <1> Landscape park and gardens to St Osyth's Priory covering an area of 76 hectares. Walled gardens were built during the second half of the 16th century. The park was also documented during this time. Further development of the park took place throughout the 18th century. From the 1860s the gardens were extensively remodelled and planting took place in the park. <2>