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3 unusual facts about Amon Henry Wilds


Gothic House

Amon Wilds and his son Amon Henry Wilds moved from Lewes to nearby Brighton in 1815 when it was a rapidly developing seaside resort.

Park Crescent, Brighton

In about 1849 Amon Henry Wilds attempted to introduce some higher-class housing with his Park Crescent development.

The horseshoe-shaped, three-part terrace of 48 houses was designed and built by one of Brighton's most important architects, Amon Henry Wilds; by the time work started in 1849 he had 35 years' experience in the town.



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