Acton Court, South Gloucestershire - a photo on Flickriver

            Acton Court in Iron Acton, South Gloucestershire has been hailed as one of the most important sixteenth-century country houses in England. The only surviving part is the east wing which was built to accommodate Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn during the royal progress of the West Country in 1535. The property was owned by the Poyntz family, who held land across Gloucestershire. The family held the property from c.1344 to 1679, throughout which they enlarged the manor. By 1535 the owner, Sir Nicholas Poyntz, was a young, ambitious courtier on the rise. The king’s stay at Acton Court was probably an attempt by Nicholas to elevate his position. His tactic worked as in 1535, probably during Henry’s stay at Acton Court, Nicholas was knighted.

Despite building a grand new wing to accommodate the royal household, the king stayed at Acton Court for only two days before travelling on to his next location. In preparation for this short trip, Nicholas purchased numerous luxury items for the royal guests, including importing Venetian glass and Spanish plate. Remains of both have been found across the site. 

The manor is open to the public ever summer, and has bee recently used in several documentaries, including in David Starkey’s series, Henry VIII: Mind of a Tyrant, and a Time Team special on Henry VIII’s lost palaces.

Taken on: August 8, 2009

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