Longford Grange Brockton | Lilleshall | Newport | Shropshire
LONGFORD GRANGE An imposing period residence set in a mature estate approaching 4 acres with a separate two bedroom Coach House, Grade Two Listed barn and paddocks. In excess of 9000 square feet. Retaining many original features and with the benefit of a contemporary oak framed Sun Room.
INTRODUCTION Longford Grange sits within the historic settlement of Brockton adjoining Duchy Estate Land and served by the amenities of Lilleshall; the village that gives its name to the Lilleshall National Sports Centre, a centre of excellence for elite sportsmen and women. The thriving market town of Newport, served by a Waitrose, provides further facilities befitting a town of its stature close to hand.
GROUND FLOOR The accommodation to the ground floor of the main house comprises a Reception Hall, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Snug, Study, Kitchen/ Breakfast Room, Boot Room, Sitting Room, Utility Room, Cloakroom with WC, Shower Room with WC, Conservatory, Butler’s Pantry and access to a second Kitchen and a Cellar.
Seller Insight “Quite by chance we noticed a brochure for this house on an estate agent’s desk, and I have to say it was love at first sight,” says Joy, “and when we actually came to view the property, it lived up to all expectations as both the house and grounds captivated us.” This imposing Victorian country house occupies a superb location on the rural fringes of the Shropshire town of Newport. “The house has always had such a lovely feel to it,” continues Joy, “and when you enter into the reception hall the sense of space immediately hits you; it’s a wonderful introduction to the sheer scale of the property. It’s also a house with a huge amount of character as it’s awash with an array of quite stunning period features, some of which are original and others that we have reintroduced to enhance the beauty and elegance of the house.” “Within the grounds we have what I call the Coach House. It used to be a very sad space above the stables, but I’ve since converted it into a lovely guest annexe with a green oak extension that overlooks the garden. I tend to use it as guest accommodation, but it would also make the most wonderful holiday let.” This elegant home is enveloped by just under four acres of spectacular grounds, which incorporate formal gardens, a tennis court and two generous paddocks. “The sweeping driveway brings you right to the front door,” says Joy, “which makes for quite an impressive entrance. The garden incorporates different areas, and we also have a beautiful old potting shed that I’ve restored as well as an oak Sun Room in which we have a hot tub. The whole space is utterly stunning and totally secluded.” “The drawing room was the very first room we looked at when we viewed the house and it’s always been my favourite,” says Joy. “It’s a very elegant space with a huge marble fireplace and two beautiful floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the room with natural light.” “Just next to the Coach House we have a beautiful old oak-framed barn, that as yet is undeveloped,” says Joy, “however we did have planning in place to convert it into an indoor swimming pool.” These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
FIRST FLOOR The accommodation to the first floor of the main house comprises an impressive galleried landing area, master bedroom suite with bathroom, five further bedrooms, two further bathrooms and a cloakroom with WC.
OUTSIDE A separate Coach House comprises a spectacular double storey oak framed and glazed Garden Room with staircase to the Kitchen/Dining Room, Sitting Room, Master Bedroom with en-suite, Second Bedroom and Bathroom. Separate external steps provide access to the ground floor and garage. There is stabling to the ground floor with loose box doors onto the original courtyard. There is a further contemporary oak framed Sun Room with hot tub. On the northern fringe of the courtyard there is a grade two listed brick and oak framed barn, with planning permission for conversion into an indoor swimming pool complex, further accommodation and further outbuildings including a workshop, stores and double garage.
NEWPORT Newport is a market town in the borough of Telford and Wrekin and county of Shropshire. It lies some 6 miles north of Telford and 12 miles west of Stafford, sitting on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border. The town sits on a sandstone ridge to the west of the Aqualate Mere, the largest natural lake in the Midlands. The main street in Newport follows the Norman design, resulting in a distinctive long wide High Street, split into three parts, upper bar, lower bar and St Mary’s Street, with the centre of the high-street being the Puleston Cross and the 19th century Newport Market Hall. Despite being close to larger retail centres such as Telford, Shrewsbury and Stafford, Newport has retained a large number of shops, with St Mary’s Street keeping its charm by still using cobblestones and the majority of shops being small boutiques. St Mary’s is also the site of various markets and fairs such as the Olde Time Market, with over 50 stalls, and various farmers markets; these tie in with Newport’s indoor market. The town is also home to the annual Newport Country Show, recognised as Shropshire’s best one-day event for its variety of agricultural attractions and entertainment for the whole family. There is also a wide range of small pubs and wine bars spread up and down the main High Street of Newport. The Michelin rated, Fox at Chetwynd Aston is a contemporary gastro pub and can be found on the fringes of the settlement. Lilleshall Abbey ruins are to be found 4 miles from the town centre. They include a Norman west door and part of the front, considerable remains of the church besides, and traces of domestic buildings. Lilleshall Hall - formerly the country retreat and hunting lodge for the Duke of Sutherland, situated just two miles from the centre of Newport and is now home to the Lilleshall National Sports Centre. If education is a priority, the vicinity is blessed with a mixture of both maintained and independent schools to suit a child’s needs. Newport Junior School, Burton Borough School and Newport Girls High School provide a broad based curriculum in the maintained sector whilst Castle House School and Adams Grammar School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, provide independent schooling.
SHREWSBURY Shrewsbury is a popular market town with over 660 listed buildings, including several examples of timber framing from the 15th and 16th centuries. The town has traditionally been known as the “Town of Flowers”, a moniker incorporated into many of the signs on entrance to the town via major roads, and the Shrewsbury Flower Show is one of the largest horticultural events in England. It is also famous for being known as ‘the birthplace’ of Charles Darwin. The town is also home to the Ditherington Flax Mill, the world’s first iron-framed building, which is commonly regarded as “the grandfather of the skyscraper” The historic town centre still retains its medieval street pattern and many narrow streets and passages. Some of the passages, especially those that pass through buildings from one street to the next, are called “shuts” (the word deriving from “to shoot through” from one street to another). Many specialist shops, traditional pubs and local restaurants can be found in the hidden corners, squares and lanes of Shrewsbury. The Parade has over 30 individual shops and not a high street name in sight. That’s left to Darwin, Pride Hill and Riverside Shopping Centres where you’ll find the likes of M&S and other big name brands. Shrewsbury Market Hall has been home to independent traders since 1965 and has everything you could imagine, from fresh fruit and vegetables and other foodie delights, to local arts, crafts and collectables. Or, if you want some fresh air try one of Shrewsbury’s markets in the Square. There are three main museums, the Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery, Shrewsbury Castle and the Coleham Pumping Station. Also, there is the Gateway arts and drama centre and various private galleries and art shops around the town. Located 9 miles (14 km) east of the Welsh border, Shrewsbury serves as the commercial centre for Shropshire and mid-Wales. The A5 and A49 trunk roads cross near to the town, and five railway lines meet at Shrewsbury railway station.
Location Longford Grange is situated in Brockton, a hamlet near Lilleshall, Shropshire. Brockton is close to Newport and yet offers complete privacy. Newport is renowned for its wide range of independent shops, Waitrose store, local facilities and excellent schools including Adams Grammar School and Newport High School. Further shopping facilities can be found in Telford and Shrewsbury. Other schools in the area include Castle House, Old Hall, Wrekin College, Shrewsbury School and Shrewsbury High School. Motorways Access to the main motorways via the A41 provides onward access to the M54 motorway or the M6 / M6 Toll Road. Railway Stations There is a fast train service to London Euston from Stafford which takes approximately 1 hour 17 minutes. Airports Birmingham Airport is 45 miles away which via the M6 Toll is approximately 55 minutes drive. East Midlands Airport is 63 miles away, via the A5, approximately 1 hour drive.
BROCKTON SHROPSHIRE • 159 miles from London • Easy access to M6, M6 Toll, M54, M42, M40 • Local train links: Oakengates, Telford Central, Stafford
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Agents Notes Oil Fired Central Heating Mains Electric & Water with Drainage to Private System Store 3.96 x 3.08 13'0 x 10'1
Up Stable 4.50 x 3.82 14'9 x 12'6
Store 4.50 x 2.72 14'9 x 8'11
Stable 4.50 x 3.17 14'9 x 10'5
Stable 4.50 x 2.43 14'9 x 8'0
Garage 4.48 x 4.30 14'8 x 14'1
Telephone/Broadband
Dn
Garden Room 4.73 x 2.83 15'6 x 9'3
Kitchen / Breakfast / Sitting Room 8.50 x 4.34 27'11 x 14'3
Bedroom 2 3.13 x 2.19 10'3 x 7'2
Bedroom 1 4.34 x 3.40 14'3 x 11'2
Excludes Fixtures and Fittings
Upper Garden Room
Local Authority Garage 5.47 x 4.89 17'11 x 16'1
Coach House - Ground Floor
Telford & Wrekin Council
Coach House- First Floor
Council Tax Band H Viewing Arrangements
4.97 x 4.24 16'4 x 13'11
Store 4.82 x 3.19 15'10 x 10'6
Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on
Hot Tub
0121 746 6400 Sun Room Bedroom 6 4.63 x 2.56 15'2 x 8'5
B
Longford Grange
Dn
Approximate Gross Internal Area Main house = 476.5 sq m / 5129 sq ft Cellar = 12.6 sq m / 136 sq ft Coach House= 173.4 sq m / 1866 sq ft Outbuildings = 211.1 sq m / 2272 sq ft Total = 873.6 sq m / 9403 sq ft
Bedroom 5 7.35 x 4.63 24'1 x 15'2 Up T
Opening Hours
Kitchen 6.33 x 2.29 20'9 x 7'6
Workshop 4.90 x 4.30 16'1 x 14'1
Monday to Friday 8:30am – 6:30pm Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm
Up Sitting Room 4.39 x 4.12 14'5 x 13'6
2.94 x 1.69 9'8 x 5'7
Up Stores
Pantry 4.05 x 2.31 13'3 x 7'7
Stores
Dn Attic over Stores 3.02 x 2.94 9'11 x 9'8
Bedroom 4 4.70 x 3.36 15'5 x 11'0
T
Bedroom 3 4.90 x 4.10 16'1 x 13'5 Dn
Kitchen Breakfast Room 4.73 x 4.40 15'6 x 14'5
Cellar 3.60 x 2.57 11'10 x 8'5 Up
Snug 4.87 x 4.11 16'0 x 13'6
Up
Main House Cellar Master Bedroom 5.26 x 4.90 17'3 x 16'1
Study 4.65 x 2.75 15'3 x 9'0
Bedroom 2 5.34 x 5.21 17'6 x 17'1
Drawing Room 5.24 x 4.89 17'2 x 16'1
Drawing Room 5.32 x 5.17 17'5 x 17'0
Hall
IN Porch
Main House First Floor
Main House Ground Floor
FLOORPLANZ © 2016 0845 6344080 Ref: 165613 This plan is for layout guidance only. Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions, shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them.
Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 28/06/2016
Main House: 476.5 sq m / 5129 sq ft Cellar: 12.6 sq m / 136 sq ft Outbuildings: 211.1 sq m / 2272 sq ft
Butlers Pantry 3.60 x 2.53 11'10 x 8'4
Dn
2.58 x 1.09 8'6 x 3'7
Approximate Gross Internal Area
Coach House: 173.4 sq m / 1866 sq ft
Conservatory 5.74 x 4.00 18'10 x 13'1
Barn 17.52 x 5.00 57'6 x 16'5
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Total: 873.6 sq m / 9403 sq ft Illustration for identification purposes only. Measurements are approximate only.
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