Reviving and celebrating the heritage of Stanmer Estate
For 230 years, the Pelham family owned Stanmer Estate. At the time of purchase, they employed Nicholas Dubois to design the present manor house. Following the construction of the house the current walled gardens and ornamental gardens were laid out.
During the 19th century the estate was maintained and enlarged. The gardens were modified and the existing church was built.
In 1942, the estate was requisitioned to provide billeting and firing ranges for a Canadian tank regiment. Following the second world war the estate was sold to The Brighton Corporation bringing an end to 230 years of ownership from the Pelham Family.
The historical importance of the park will be reflected in the restoration. The 18th century design was a key period in British landscape history. This was the last time the park was designed and managed as a single estate.