Wightwick Manor
Wightwick Manor is one of only a few surviving examples of a house built and furnished under the influence of the Arts and Crafts Movement. It was originally built by the Mander family who were successful 19th century industrialists in the area. It was completed in 1887 and extended in 1893. This family house portrays life during the Victorian era and is a noticeable example of the influence of William Morris, with original Morris wallpapers and fabrics, De Morgan tiles, Kempe glass, and Pre-Raphaelite works of art. The house has splendid gardens and the outbuildings house stables, a handmade pottery, studio workshop and an antiquarian bookshop. The house was passed to the National Trust by Sir Geoffrey Mander in 1937. Descendants of the family still retain a residence in the manor.
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