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unusual facts about Sir William Dugdale



Blythe End

The most famous building is Blyth Hall, built by Sir William Dugdale in the 17th century, but with 18th-century additions.

Joshua Dugdale

Dugdale is the son of former Aston Villa chairman Sir William Dugdale, and cousin of current Conservative Party leader and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom David Cameron.

Merevale

Designed by Edward Blore, Merevale Hall was completed in 1840 and has been the home of the descendants of Sir William Dugdale since this time.

Sir William Mount, 2nd Baronet

His eldest daughter Cecilia Mary (born 1931) married Sir William Dugdale, Warwickshire landowner and former chairman of Aston Villa football club, and is the mother of the documentary filmmaker Joshua Dugdale.


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