Sunnycroft facts for kids
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View of Sunnycroft from the lawn
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| Architectural style | Victorian |
| Town or city | Wellington, Shropshire |
| Country | England |
| Construction started | 1880 |
| Completed | 1899 |
| Owner | National Trust |
Sunnycroft is a special house from the Victorian era. It's a large, fancy home called a villa, located in Wellington, Shropshire, England. Today, it's looked after by the National Trust, a charity that protects important places.
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Where is Sunnycroft Located?
Sunnycroft is found in the market town of Wellington, Shropshire. It's close to the town centre. The house sits on the B5061 Holyhead Road. This road was once a main route from Shrewsbury to London. It was even part of an ancient Roman road called Watling Street.
The History of Sunnycroft
What is a Victorian Villa?
During the Victorian era, many middle-class families wanted homes that looked like grand country estates. These homes were called suburban villas. They were like smaller versions of huge mansions. Many of these villas have been changed a lot over time. Some were updated, others torn down, or turned into offices. Sunnycroft is special because it still looks much like it did when it was built.
Who Lived at Sunnycroft?
Sunnycroft was built in 1879 and made bigger in 1899. A brewer named J. G. Wackrill first built it. Later, a local wine and spirit merchant, Mary Jane Slaney, owned the house.
From 1912, the Lander family lived there for many years. They added electricity to the house. The Lander family kept many of the original features inside. This makes Sunnycroft feel very unique and gives a good idea of what life was like back then.
Sunnycroft Today
The National Trust took over Sunnycroft in 1997. They describe it as a typical Victorian gentleman's villa. It shows what suburban homes were like in the late 1800s.
Sunnycroft has:
- An inside that hasn't been changed much, with a beautiful glass conservatory.
- A small estate with old pigsties and stables.
- A kitchen garden and fruit orchards.
- Colourful flower beds and displays in summer.
- A long path lined with tall Redwood and lime trees.
Visiting Sunnycroft
Currently, the National Trust opens Sunnycroft to the public on certain days. You can also visit by making an appointment.
Images for kids
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The veranda at the front of Sunnycroft
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The beautiful conservatory at Sunnycroft
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Inside the conservatory
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The main visitor entrance
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The main staircase inside the house
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A drawing room
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The mosaic tiled floor in the entrance hallway
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A stained glass ceiling light above the main staircase
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The master bedroom
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The cooking range in the kitchen
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An Aga cooker, made by a company once owned by a previous villa owner, Offley Lander
See also
- Listed buildings in Wellington, Shropshire
