Boscobel House
Boscobel House by Nicola Stacey, published by English Heritage in 2011, is a revised edition that spans 40 pages. This book explores the historical significance of Boscobel House, a woodland lodge constructed in the early 17th century by local landowner John Giffard. It highlights the pivotal moment in English history when Charles II sought refuge there after his defeat at the battle of Worcester in 1651, detailing his concealment in an oak tree and later in a priest hole within the attic.
Readers will find a comprehensive overview of Boscobel’s rich history, including its restoration in the 19th century by industrialist Walter Evans, who refurbished the house in a style reminiscent of the 17th century. The guide not only recounts the momentous events of 1651 but also offers insights into the house and farm, making it a valuable resource for those interested in history, travel, and points of interest related to Great Britain.
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Boscobel House was a woodland lodge, built by John Giffard, a local landowner, in the early 17th century. It played a brief but important role in English history when the future Charles II hid at Boscobel after his defeat at the battle of Worcester in 1651 – first in an oak tree and then in a priest hole in the attic. The house has been famous ever since.In the 19th century, Boscobel was bought by Walter Evans, a Derbyshire industrialist, who refurbished the house in a 17th century style, inspired by the story of the fleeing king.This guide sheds light on Boscobel’s history, including the momentous events of 1651, and also provides a tour of the house and farm.
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