Brisley's House Sale 1855

This lovely old document, kindly supplied by Fred Hams, has survived since 1855 and gives us a great deal of information about Challock at that time.  Of particular note is the reference to the "Pleasure Ground"   The sale is of the Estate - The Manor or Lordship of Dene and Ludnor, alias Laringden, inclucding the residence Brisley's House. Also included was Robin Hood Farm.

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This map dated about 1870 shows the area involved in the sale and the formal layout of the gardens is clearly seen.