As part of the formation of the London ‘Green Belt’, local councils acquired parcels of land to prevent urban sprawl and ensure green,open spaces for future generations. In 1942 Guildford Borough Council bought the historic 118-acre Tyting Farm.to secure its long term protection.
The estate included Tyting House, a handsome mansion which had been rebuilt in 1690. The dining room of the house was originally a chapel dating from 1300! Somehow whilst in council ownership the house fell into disrepair and an historic property which would have been worth millions today was demolished in 1957
The Coach House was equally interesting and was equally demolished by the council in about 1961
The Farm House was an old oak-beamed period building which is still remembered fondly today by the locals. It was demolished by the council
The farm also included an outstanding 400 year old Surrey Tithe barn, one of the largest of its kind and of historic importance. It was allowed to rot and was demolished by the council.
So what’s left…
Thanks for looking. As the incredibly un-noteworthy modern farmhouse says "Love and peace".
The estate included Tyting House, a handsome mansion which had been rebuilt in 1690. The dining room of the house was originally a chapel dating from 1300! Somehow whilst in council ownership the house fell into disrepair and an historic property which would have been worth millions today was demolished in 1957
The Coach House was equally interesting and was equally demolished by the council in about 1961
The Farm House was an old oak-beamed period building which is still remembered fondly today by the locals. It was demolished by the council
The farm also included an outstanding 400 year old Surrey Tithe barn, one of the largest of its kind and of historic importance. It was allowed to rot and was demolished by the council.
So what’s left…
Thanks for looking. As the incredibly un-noteworthy modern farmhouse says "Love and peace".