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4 unusual facts about James Gibbs


Kirkleatham

The mausoleum was built in 1739–40 by James Gibbs, and restored with added internal cladding in 1839.

Listed buildings in Great Budworth

This was designed by James Gibbs in about 1750, and incorporates Palladian features, although the design was altered during the construction of the house, probably by the executant architect.

Newbridge Estate

Newbridge House was built by Archbishop Cobbe between 1747 and 1752 to the design of the renowned architect, James Gibbs.

Old Windsor

After changing hands a few times, the estate was bought by Henry Frederick Tynne who had the house redesigned in 1705 by architect James Gibbs, renamed it Bowman's Lodge.


St Mary's Church, Patshull

St Mary's was built in about 1743, and was designed by James Gibbs for Sir John Astley.


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