Listed Building: Pool, fountain-head and terms to surrounding terrace in garden of Easton Neston House (1040988)
Please read our guidance page about heritage designations.
| Grade | II |
|---|---|
| NHLE UID | 1040988 |
| Date assigned | 15 March 1988 |
| Date last amended |
Description
Formal pool. C.1930. Brick with concrete lining and limestone kerb. Rectangular with half-elliptical arm. Lead fountain-head to centre of arm of boy riding dolphin, probably C19 and of continental origin. The stone-paved terrace surrounding arm is flanked by limestone terms, three to each side, probably C18. Part of a formal garden layout devised by 1st Baron Hesketh and his head gardener, Swainson. Partly intended for use as open-air swimming pool. (Park and gardens included in H.B.M.C.E. Register of Parks and Gardens at Grade II*)
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7026 4925 (61m by 39m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | EASTON NESTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly South Northants District) |
External Links (1)
- https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1040988 (Link to NHLE record on Historic England website)
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Record last edited
May 20 2022 3:52PM
