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Title: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Daisy Loo on Saturday 08 November 08 23:14 GMT (UK)
Hi.

I am trying to find out a bit of history on these two houses, would like to know if they are still standing, and if they are the original homes.

My great-grandfather appears to have lived in the Lodge of Broome Park Mansion, in 1901 census, when it was owned by  Gen. Feilding.  His wife worked as a dom serv at Ravenleigh, before they got married.

Any info would be much appreciated.
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: erica lyn on Wednesday 12 November 08 21:20 GMT (UK)
Hi Daisy Loo,

Both still exist.  Broome Park is a nursing home.  There is information to be found on Broome Park by googling esp. if you also search for Sir Benjamin Brodie, he lived there before Fielding.  Nothing on Ravenleigh, but I drive past it every day so now I'm curious, I'll see if can find anything out.

There is a book about Broome Park: www.surreygardentrust.co.uk/publications/
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Daisy Loo on Wednesday 12 November 08 22:39 GMT (UK)
Thank you for answering!  Is the nursing home the original building?  I did google Broome Park, and yes, found out about Sir Benjamin.  I was after pictures really!  As for Ravenleigh, my ancestor actually lived in that, as a servant, so would love to find out who owns it now, and loads of info!

I have realized how lucky I am, that this particular branch of my family, have worked in some fabulous houses, and I have found many of them to be still standing.  It's amazing.  Any additional info would be fantastic.  Thanks again!
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Daisy Loo on Wednesday 12 November 08 22:42 GMT (UK)
Sorry, that link didn't work, but I'll google it again.
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: erica lyn on Thursday 13 November 08 17:17 GMT (UK)
Sorry, I missed out an 's', its: www.surreygardenstrust.co.uk/publications/  :-[
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Daisy Loo on Thursday 13 November 08 22:01 GMT (UK)
Thanks, I got it this time!  Looks like quite a good book.  Thanks for that.
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Ricker on Thursday 08 January 09 16:22 GMT (UK)
I have a 7 page property auction sales brochure of Broome Park, Betchworth Surrey dated 23 March 1920. Broome Park was purchased at that time by John A Lloyd, a local businessman and distant relation.

The brochure describes the property as a fine old Georgian House, with 19 bed and dressing rooms, 4 bathrooms, 5 elegant reception rooms, billiard room and mens servants bedrooms.

The property of 56 acres included 2 lodges, stabling, garage, farmery and 3 cottages.

There is a beautiful surveyors map of the estate, as well as several photographs.
Hope this may be of interest.
Ricker
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Daisy Loo on Thursday 08 January 09 21:00 GMT (UK)
oh my!  Is your name Santa by any chance????  I would live to see the rest!  How would I got about that?  Especially photos! My Great-great grandfather lived in one of the Lodges during the time that it was owned by Col. Fielding...this was in 1901 I think...I wonder if it was the Fieldings that were selling it by Auction in 1920.

Thank you so much...I got the first page of the Auction...thanks...

Can I be so cheeky and ask how you got hold of this?

Daisy...

Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Ricker on Friday 09 January 09 09:12 GMT (UK)
Hi Daisy Loo
The brochure is a family heirloom of some sentimental value, given to my mother who I understand stayed there as a guest of Hilda Lloyd the wife of John Lloyd, her great aunt. Their son Dick Lloyd was my god-father who trained as a doctor and emigrated to Canada. I lost touch with him some 40 years ago, but our family has wonderful memories of and sentimental connections with the Lloyd family. I am sure their heirs will be around somewhere and will probably have more records.

The photos in the brochure are mainly of the grounds, with an extensive description of the accommodation in the house.

There is no mention of Col Fielding in the brochure, but the name sort of rings a bell in my mind - I was very young at the time!

If you can find out how to contact me directly we can talk more about the brochure.
Regards
Ricker
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: shadow9 on Saturday 10 January 09 17:00 GMT (UK)
Hi.

I am trying to find out a bit of history on these two houses, would like to know if they are still standing, and if they are the original homes.

My great-grandfather appears to have lived in the Lodge of Broome Park Mansion, in 1901 census, when it was owned by  Gen. Feilding.  His wife worked as a dom serv at Ravenleigh, before they got married.

Any info would be much appreciated.


Hi DaisyLoo

If you are looking for images of Broome Park, there is a vintage postcard from 1908, listed on Ebay at the moment; it is item no.  110336237581  or you can probably find it by typing in Betchworth Broome Park into the search box.

Good luck with your research!

Shadow9
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Daisy Loo on Saturday 10 January 09 23:05 GMT (UK)
Thank yo so much for the head's up Shadow...the image of that mansion has eluded me!  What a fabulous picture.
Shame about the blob of ink!  But thank you!  Has helped me greatly :)
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: David Man on Monday 24 August 09 16:02 BST (UK)
I am interested in Broome Park as my aunt married John Alexander Lloyd whose parents owned the house.  My aunt divorced John Lloyd around the early 1940s and he began a second family with his second wife. I am puzzled by the use of Ashkenaz as a family name suggesting Jewish origins.  If you (Ricker) have any information on the Lloyds and Broome Park I would be interested in hearing. We can chat "off-line" but I am new to this forum so not sure how one goes about private emails.
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: keefus on Monday 28 June 10 16:32 BST (UK)
To celebrate the millenium I published a book titled 'Betchworth within living memory' that has a sizeable section dedicated to Broome Park and a minor mention for Ravenleigh. I am 5th generation Betchworth-born and have the largest collection of old Betchworth  photographs. Get back to me if you would like to know more.
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: Clancy11 on Friday 01 October 10 11:47 BST (UK)
Ricker and David Mann,

I am part of the Lloyd family referred to in your postings.  I would be happy to correspond with you if you send me a personal message.

Clancy11
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: keefus on Friday 01 October 10 12:04 BST (UK)
Dear Ricker and David,
I'll be glad to chat, go to www.goodnessgracious.co.uk for details.
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: grahamm44 on Wednesday 11 January 12 04:05 GMT (UK)
Daisy and others,

My great grandfather Henry Joseph May (nee Gollop) worked at Broome Park for 15 years from 1895 ish for a Princess Dalgorouki. His two sons were also employed as footmen. I would value any information I can get on Broome Park around this period, as well as any photos.
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: grahamm44 on Wednesday 11 January 12 04:07 GMT (UK)
To celebrate the millenium I published a book titled 'Betchworth within living memory' that has a sizeable section dedicated to Broome Park and a minor mention for Ravenleigh. I am 5th generation Betchworth-born and have the largest collection of old Betchworth  photographs. Get back to me if you would like to know more.

Keefus,
Can I get hold of (purchase) a copy of your book, please.
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: grahamm44 on Wednesday 11 January 12 04:12 GMT (UK)
I have a 7 page property auction sales brochure of Broome Park, Betchworth Surrey dated 23 March 1920. Broome Park was purchased at that time by John A Lloyd, a local businessman and distant relation.

The brochure describes the property as a fine old Georgian House, with 19 bed and dressing rooms, 4 bathrooms, 5 elegant reception rooms, billiard room and mens servants bedrooms.

The property of 56 acres included 2 lodges, stabling, garage, farmery and 3 cottages.

There is a beautiful surveyors map of the estate, as well as several photographs.
Hope this may be of interest.
Ricker

Ricker, I would be very interested in getting a copy of the brochure. At this point it seems I am not allowed to download your pdf. Can I get it any other way, please
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: alloyd on Sunday 17 June 18 21:42 BST (UK)
Hi Daisy Loo
The brochure is a family heirloom of some sentimental value, given to my mother who I understand stayed there as a guest of Hilda Lloyd the wife of John Lloyd, her great aunt. Their son Dick Lloyd was my god-father who trained as a doctor and emigrated to Canada. I lost touch with him some 40 years ago, but our family has wonderful memories of and sentimental connections with the Lloyd family. I am sure their heirs will be around somewhere and will probably have more records.

The photos in the brochure are mainly of the grounds, with an extensive description of the accommodation in the house.

There is no mention of Col Fielding in the brochure, but the name sort of rings a bell in my mind - I was very young at the time!

If you can find out how to contact me directly we can talk more about the brochure.
Regards
Ricker


Hi Ricker,

I realise this thread is very old but if you're still on here - John Lloyd is my granddad! If you want some more information on this period my dad can help you out - email?

Alice
Title: Re: Broome Park Mansion, & Ravenleigh, Betchworth
Post by: alloyd on Sunday 17 June 18 21:43 BST (UK)
I am interested in Broome Park as my aunt married John Alexander Lloyd whose parents owned the house.  My aunt divorced John Lloyd around the early 1940s and he began a second family with his second wife. I am puzzled by the use of Ashkenaz as a family name suggesting Jewish origins.  If you (Ricker) have any information on the Lloyds and Broome Park I would be interested in hearing. We can chat "off-line" but I am new to this forum so not sure how one goes about private emails.

Hi David,

I realise this thread is very old but if you're still on here - John Lloyd is my granddad! Was very excited to find this. If you want some more information on this period my dad can help you out - email?

Alice