The Old Court, Llangattock Lingoed, Monmouthshire is a medieval hall house dating from the late 15th century, with additions from the 17th and 19th centuries. "Of unusual sophistication",[1] it is a Grade II* listed building.
The Old Court, Llangattock Lingoed | |
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![]() The Old Court | |
Type | House |
Location | Llangattock Lingoed, Monmouthshire |
Coordinates | 51.8703°N 2.92854°W |
Built | 15th–17th centuries |
Architectural style(s) | Vernacular |
Listed Building – Grade II* | |
Official name | Old Court, Llangattock Lingoed |
Designated | 5 June 1952 |
Reference no. | 1923 |
History
The original house was a hall-house, probably dating from 1480–1520.[2] In the 17th century, the Court was greatly extended, with a second storey being added, and the construction of wings to the North-West and South-East.[2] Further modifications were made in the 19th century.[3]
The Court was home to the Morgans, a cadet branch of the Morgans of Tredegar House.[1] Its most prominent inhabitant was Sir Thomas Morgan, 1st Baronet, who fought for Parliament in the Wars of the Three Kingdoms.[2] Sir Thomas seized Chepstow Castle for the Parliamentary forces, and assisted Thomas Fairfax at the siege of Raglan Castle. He later supported the 1660 Stuart Restoration and was made a baronet for his services.[2]
Description
The house is of two storeys, with attics, and an interior still "largely in (its) 17th century state."[1]
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