Facts and places of interest in Winslow
Facts about Winslow
- The town was first recorded in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle in 795 as Wineshlauu , which means in modern English ‘ Wine's Mound' .
Places of Interest in Winslow
Winslow Hall
Winslow Hall is considered to be one of the finest buildings in Buckinghamshire. Winslow Hall is believed to have been designed by Sir Christopher Wren around 1700.
Claydon House
About three miles from Winslow is Claydon House. The house has a remarkable 18th century rococo and chinoiserie decoration. Features include the unique Chinese room and parquetry Grand Stairs. The Verney family have been in continuous occupation for over 380 years and the house has many mementoes of Florence Nightingale, who was a relation and regular visitor. This property is owned by The National Trust.
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