The History of Steeple Court

A beautiful family home

The original Manor, of which the house was built, was given to to John de Botleigh by William the Conqueror. The house as it stands today dates from Elizabethan times, although it may be as old as 15th Century.

The lovely nearby village of Botley has unique associations with Wiiliam Cobbett, the author of Rural Rides. William Cobbett often visited Steeple Court to meet his good friend James Warner, who was Lord of the Manor. The House passed to Squire Jenkyns whose wife was an Austen-Leigh and was related to the author Jane Austen.

Jim and Ann Firth offer present day visitors an equally warm welcome and all Wedding Reception arrangements are under their personal supervision to assure all clients that all runs smoothly and efficiently leaving their "day" truly memorable.

Every Friday evening from the beginning of May to the end of September we hold an "open evening" between 6:00pm and 8:00pm. All prospective clients are invited to call in, no appointment necessary, and enjoy a leisurely walk around and a complimentary glass of wine.

If you would like more information about the house or the facilities on offer for Wedding Receptions please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be delighted to help in anyway we can.