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Chartwell was the home of Winston Churchill from the 1920s until his death in the 1960s. It's high up on the northern edge of the Weald of Kent, with fabulous views southwards across Kent and Sussex.
Another view of Chartwell, former home of Sir Winston Churchill.
Ideally I would have liked to have taken a couple of steps to the right, but I wasn't allowed on the grass.
The grand brick front to the house at Chartwell. Entry to the house was via a timed ticket only, which you got when you entered the estate.
We've been to Chartwell today (National Trust) former home of Sir Winston Churchill.
I got a bumper crop of Christmas Trees for my little project :)
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Visits to Scotney Castle and Chartwell today. Chartwell is the former home of Winston Churchill. The "room guide" commented that I was being very artistic as I lined up this shot.
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This one is on cottages in the grounds of Chartwell, the former home of Sir Winston Churchill.
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Location of Chartwell in Kent
Chartwell is a country house near the town of Westerham, Kent in South East England. For over forty years it was the home of Winston Churchill. He bought the property in September 1922 and lived there until shortly before his death in January 1965. In the 1930s, when Churchill was excluded from political office, Chartwell became the centre of his world. At his dining table, he gathered those who could assist his campaign against German re-armament and the British government's response of appeasement; in his study, he composed speeches and wrote books; in his garden, he built walls, constructed lakes and painted. During the Second World War Chartwell was largely unused, the Churchills returning after he lost the 1945 election. In 1953, when again Prime Minister, the house became Churchill's refuge when he suffered a devastating stroke. In October 1964, he left for the last time, dying at his London home, 28, Hyde Park Gate, on 24 January 1965.
The origins of the estate reach back to the 14th century; in 1382 the property, then called Well-street, was sold by William-at-Well. It passed through various owners and in 1836 was auctioned, as a substantial, brick-built manor. In 1848, it was purchased by John Campbell Colquhoun, whose grandson sold it to Churchill. The Campbell Colquhouns greatly enlarged the house and the advertisement for its sale at the time of Churchill's purchase described it as an "imposing" mansion. Between 1922 and 1924, it was largely rebuilt and extended by the society architect Philip Tilden. From the garden front, the house has extensive views over the Weald of Kent, "the most beautiful and charming" Churchill had ever seen, and the determining factor in his decision to buy the house.
Went for a wander around Chartwell (National Trust) this afternoon, and found 6 chairs for my NT chair project.
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We went to Chartwell (National Trust) for lunch and a wander.
The car park and cafe were packed, but the house and gardens were quiet.
Yes, I know I could have lowered the F stop, but I was aiming to get a star burst from the lights, and that can't be done at F1.8 :)
CHARTWELL, House of Sir Winston Churchill
Chartwell, situated in approximately three kilometers in the South of Westerham, in Kent in England, was the residence of Winston Churchill.
Churchill, then Secretary of State for the Colonies, and his wife Clementine, acquired this house a few days after the birth of them fifth and last child Mary on September 15th, 1922. It remained the private residence of the British statesman until its death in January, 1965.
Chartwell, situé à environ trois kilomètres au sud de Westerham, dans le Kent en Angleterre, fut la résidence de Winston Churchill.
Churchill, alors Secrétaire d'État aux colonies, et son épouse Clementine, acquirent cette demeure quelques jours après la naissance de leur cinquième et dernier enfant Mary le 15 septembre 1922. Elle resta la résidence privée de l'homme d'État britannique jusqu'à son décès en janvier 1965.
Wikipedia
Chartwell was the family home of Sir Winston Churchill from 1922 until his death in 1965. The house is situated 2 miles south of Westerham in Kent.
Churchill loved the house, especially the view over the Weald of Kent. He modernised the originally rather gloomy Victorian mansion, by adding a garden wing consisting of three large and attractive rooms. Churchills wife Clementine made her contribution by choosing the comfortable furniture and floral chintz curtains. The Nemon Statue estate consisting of 80 acres gave Winston the peace and tranquility that he loved. He relaxed by painting in the garden or in his studio and by transforming the grounds with new lakes, and robust brick walls built with his own hands.The Chart Well which rises on the western boundary of the site fed the existing lake and gave the estate its name.
Commentary.
A somewhat austere, brick-built house,
but in a splendid location.
It is set on the south-east side of
Crockhamhall Common on a wooded hillside
overlooking the Kentish Weald.
The country home of Winston Churchill, during World War Two, his study had views south-east, beyond Chiddingstone Church and as far as the High Weald, near Crowborough.
The grounds are splendid –
ponds, rock gardens, rose gardens, kitchen gardens,
orchards, lawns and meadow features.
Churchill’s beloved art studio is below the house,
still containing his mainly Mediterreanean collection of paintings, plus much WW2 memorabilia, shared with
the public by National Trust guides.
Chartwell, situated in approximately three kilometers in the South of Westerham, in Kent in England, was the residence of Winston Churchill.
Churchill, then Secretary of State for the Colonies, and his wife Clementine, acquired this house a few days after the birth of them fifth and last child Mary on September 15th, 1922. It remained the private residence of the British statesman until its death in January, 1965.
Chartwell, situé à environ trois kilomètres au sud de Westerham, dans le Kent en Angleterre, fut la résidence de Winston Churchill.
Churchill, alors Secrétaire d'État aux colonies, et son épouse Clementine, acquirent cette demeure quelques jours après la naissance de leur cinquième et dernier enfant Mary le 15 septembre 1922. Elle resta la résidence privée de l'homme d'État britannique jusqu'à son décès en janvier 1965.
Wikipedia
The principal adult home of Sir Winston & Lady Churchill. A much-loved family home and the place from which Winston drew inspiration from 1924 until the end of his life.
It seemed like we had the house all to ouselves on this gloomy, overcast day. 7 shot, long exposure, HDR with pp in photoshop.
Models: Bradley & Kazza.
Give it a go in black. Hit L.
This is the view of the summerhouse and the terrace as you come out of the house. I love the chairs that they provide for you to sit and look at the woodland view across the valley. Such a peaceful place.
Went for a wander around Chartwell (National Trust) this afternoon, and found 6 chairs for my NT chair project.
This was as close as I could get to this chair today. The house was short of volunteers so the kitchen area was roped off. Yes I know if I was using a zoom lens I could have zoomed, but am just using a 17mm (on M4/3), as I really don't like making things easy for myself :))