Weston Park Estate
Medieval - Dating Back to the Domesday Book
The land on which Weston stands was first mentioned in the Domesday Book. The principal survivor of those times is the park which includes one of the original medieval deer parks and some impressive trees of majestic size. The King and Queen Oaks, recently freed from twentieth century conifer plantations harken back to this era. The Church of St Andrew, which remains the Parish church and is not owned by the Foundation, retains parts of its medieval fabric and, in its position next to the House, occupies the medieval site of Church besides Manor House. The land at this date was held by the de Westons, who took their name from the lands. Monuments can be seen in the Church, placed in their present positions in the seventeenth century by Elizabeth Mytton who herself was a descendant, through the female line, of this ancient dynasty.
Modern Developments
The latest development at Weston is the renovation of the Granary, the last unused building on the estate.
The Granary building was built for Sir Henry Bridgeman in 1767 and is a masterpiece of the 18th century agricultural revolution. Through Heritage Lottery funding and support from Advantage West Midlands it has been restored and now includes not only the main visitor entrance to the House, Park and Gardens, but also a Deli & Cafe, Art Gallery and Granary Grill. The Granary is open all year round, meaning there is something for everyone all year round at Weston.