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‘Time Capsule’ Mansion Near Gloucestershire Preserves 400 Years of One Family’s History

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 chastleton history heritage nationaltrust architecture conservation oxfordshire jacobean timecapsule gardens

Nestled near Moreton-in-Marsh in Oxfordshire, Chastleton House stands as a remarkable testament to a single family’s legacy spanning over 400 years. Built in the early 1600s, this grand estate was originally designed to showcase the wealth and status of Walter Jones, a distinguished lawyer who sought to establish himself as a country gentleman. For centuries, Chastleton remained in the care of the Jones family, passing from one generation to the next with minimal alteration.