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Grandcourt Farm
A small early C19 farmhouse of brick and carrstone (local material) that may have been a simple dower house. The parlour with alcoves, door surround and cornice is of the original date. The library/office contains a comprehensive collection of architectural and decorative arts books and magazines. The pictures and objects – in particular ceramics – are from three generations of collecting. The occupier was for many years the owner of an antique shop in London (Gore & Player, Barnes) and many of the interesting items were bought at this time. The yard at the back is flanked by two long cart shed/barns and the isolation of the house adds to its rural charm.
Afternoon tour approx two and a half hours, £15 including cream tea with scones and cake. Morning tour with 3-course lunch approx 3 hours, £25.
| Tour Dates 2012 | |
|---|---|
| April | Thu 19, 2.30 pm |
| May | Fri 11, 2.30 pm |
| May | Tue 15, 11.15 am (includes lunch) |
| May | Thu 24, 11.15 am (includes lunch) |
| June | Wed 6, 2.30 pm |
| June | Thu 14, 2.30 pm |
| June | Tue 19, 11.15 am (includes lunch) |
| June | Thu 28, 11.15 am (includes lunch) |
| August | Tue 7, 2.30 pm |
| August | Wed 15, 2.30 pm |
| August | Thu 23, 11.15 am (includes lunch) |
| August | Thu 30, 11.15 am (includes lunch) |
To book, call the Mercury Theatre on 01206 573948
or book on-line at www.mercurytheatre.co.uk.
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