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FACTS
Cwmmau
farmhouse is situated near Brilley, 4 miles to the south west
of Kingto
The
farmhouse was built as a hunting lodge during the 1620's by
Philip Holman, who went on to become High Sheriff of Herefordshire
In 1700 its role as a farm began to develop, and continued
for over 200 years
The estate was left to the National Trust by Mr George Menges
in 1964
Cwmmau
Farmhouse, near Kington in Herefordshire, was built in the 1600's,
and has a wealth of history associated with it.
This Spring Bank Holiday weekend the National Trust's Archaeological
Advisor, Jeremy Milln, is offering free guided tours looking at
the evolution of the Farmhouse and the buildings around it.
Property
Manager Dave Hughes says there's plenty for people to learn about
the farmhouse.
"The
17th century black and white timber-framed farmhouse is a special
place.
"It shows the development of an estate from the 17th century
to the present day with many original features and buildings unaltered."
How
to find Cwmmau farmhouse Image produced from
the Ordnance Survey
service. Image reproduced with kind permission of and
Visitors
will be able to tour the house from 2pm to 5pm on Saturday 29th,
Sunday 30th and Monday 31st of May.
The free Archaeology Tours will run at regular intervals on Sunday
30th of May and will be available on a first come first served basis.
