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There has been some confusion in the past over who designed the new Beckett House, who built it and when. This Listing is to set out the facts. Also there is some confusion and lack of detail on the old house.
Shrivenham Heritage Society have carried out intensive research and have discovered more information on this aspect of the Beckett Estate. To read a copy of a summary, please go HERE.
To see a copy of Builder, Richard Pace' quote, please go HERE
To read an 'Introduction' to George Merryweather, please go HERE
Researched and written by Neil B. Maw & Vivien Moss
We are always on the look-out for more information about Shrivenham and district. If you have old photos, know of historical facts, old documents (especially deeds) please contact us...
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